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San Diego to Tracy Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Diego to Tracy?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from San Diego to Tracy.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$83.61 | Avg. Price$87.88 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration15h 3m | Duration11h 55m |
Bus from San Diego to Tracy: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from San Diego to Tracy. Traveling by bus from San Diego to Tracy usually takes around 15 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 12 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 422 mi (680 km) |
| Shortest duration | 12h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $64.47 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from San Diego to Tracy?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from San Diego to Tracy that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus US usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 4 | 13h 46m | $132.76 |
| Greyhound | 1 | 18h 10m | $120.90 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 4 trips per day from San Diego to Tracy, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from San Diego to Tracy every day, with the average journey taking around 18 hours and 10 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Tracy usually start from $76.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Diego to Tracy
The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 422 miles from San Diego to Tracy. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Tracy. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from San Diego to Tracy, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 5 scheduled buses that travel from San Diego to Tracy every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Diego to Tracy; ticket prices start at $86.00.
City Information
San Diego
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Diego?
Main departure station: La Jolla - UC San Diego
Buses to Tracy leave from 5 stations in San Diego.
All bus stations in San Diego:
La Jolla - UC San Diego
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
San Ysidro Transit Center
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village
Where does the bus arrive in Tracy?
Main arrival station: 50 E 6th St
All buses from San Diego arrive at one main station in Tracy.
All bus stations in Tracy:
50 E 6th St
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