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Is it better to travel by bus or train from El Paso to San Diego?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from El Paso to San Diego.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€93.63 | Avg. Price€149.18 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips9 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration20h 29m | Duration21h 7m |
Bus from El Paso to San Diego: Journey Information
There are 10 intercity buses per day from El Paso to San Diego. Traveling by bus from El Paso to San Diego usually takes around 20 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest Los Limousines bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 627 mi (1009 km) |
| Shortest duration | 17h 45m |
| Cheapest price | €92.61 |
| Most frequent service | Los Limousines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from El Paso to San Diego?
Bus tickets for a trip from El Paso to San Diego cost €92.61 on average. Bus tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the bus is often more affordable than flying to San Diego. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from El Paso to San Diego by month
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 21 days in advance to save up to €2.19.
What bus companies travel from El Paso to San Diego?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from El Paso to San Diego. Los Limousines connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Limousines | 10 | 20h 22m | €94.55 |
Book Los Limousines from El Paso to San Diego from €93. There are 10 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from El Paso to San Diego and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to San Diego. In El Paso, Los Limousines departs to San Diego from El Paso Bus Station . In San Diego, Los Limousines arrives at Cross Border Xpress CBX and one other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from El Paso to San Diego takes 20 hours and 22 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to San Diego in 17 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 9 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Diego.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from El Paso to San Diego
The bus takes an average of 20 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 627 miles from El Paso to San Diego. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 hours and 45 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to San Diego, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 10:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from El Paso to San Diego, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 10 scheduled buses that travel from El Paso to San Diego 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 El Paso to San Diego; ticket prices start at €127.84.
City Information
El Paso
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El Paso takes you to a world of art, history, entertainment, and style. Also known as the Sun City, El Paso is more than just stories of outlaws and their notoriety. While it is the city where one can learn about the lives of jailbreaker Billy the Kid and gunfighter John Wesley Hardin, it is also home to inspiring historical figures such as city attorney Richard F. Burges and missionary Fray Garcia.
El Paso has an exciting mix of art galleries and museums that depicts the city's rich culture and history. These are the reasons why El Paso lures thousands of painters, sculptors, photographers, and muralists from around the world. Among the best art galleries in the area are the Agave Rosa Gallery, Encaustic International Art Studio, and Ho Baron Sculpture Garden.
El Paso delivers when it comes to family and adult entertainment as well. Kids would surely love exploring the El Paso Zoo, trying the rides at the Western Playland, and biking along the Rio Grande. For adults, El Paso's regional casinos are worth visiting. And if you’re a fan of a mixed drink, El Paso is home to some of the country’s cheapest cocktails.
El Paso is easily accessible via train, bus, or air. Flights arrive at the El Paso International Airport or just north of the state border in Las Cruces, NM (the Las Cruces Shuttle runs from this airport to El Paso several times daily). Ground travel includes train service on Amtrak and bus service on several major bus carriers from El Paso to other destinations in Texas and beyond.
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 El Paso?
Main departure station: El Paso Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in El Paso.
All bus stations in El Paso:
El Paso Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in San Diego?
Main arrival station: Cross Border Xpress CBX
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in San Diego.
All bus stations in San Diego:
Cross Border Xpress CBX
San Ysidro Bus Terminal
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