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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA
Cheapest price on Oct 29
€23
Average ticket price on Oct 29
€38
Fastest journey on Oct 29
2 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
2 h 28 m
Buses on Oct 29
35
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 35 buses from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA, including 34 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 19 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus6:30 PM 3h45 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA 10:15 PM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA €23 1 One-way 0 transfers- FlixBus
12:25 PM 4h00 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA 4:25 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA €26 1 One-way 0 transfers 
8:15 AM 3h30 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA 11:45 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA €26 1 One-way 0 transfers8:20 PM 3h30 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA 11:50 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA €26 1 One-way 0 transfers4:15 PM 2h35 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA 6:50 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA €27 1 One-way 0 transfers
05:15 AM 2h19 Los Angeles, CA 7:34 AM San Diego, CA €42 1 One-way 0 transfers- 0
8:00 PM 2h19 Los Angeles, CA 10:19 PM San Diego, CA €42 1 One-way 0 transfers - FlixBus
9:30 AM 2h20 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA 11:50 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA €49 1 One-way 0 transfers 4:15 PM 2h35 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA 6:50 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA €27 1 One-way 0 transfers
02:15 PM 2h45 Los Angeles, CA 5:00 PM San Diego, CA €42 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 180 km distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 180 km |
Average bus duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 1h 44m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA trip
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Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 12:25 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4h45 | 5:10 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:25 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4h00 | 4:25 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:25 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4h45 | 5:10 PM San Diego, Rail Ct / E San Ysidro Blvd (McDonald`s), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 5h15 | 6:45 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4h40 | 6:10 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:15 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2h35 | 6:50 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:15 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3h20 | 7:35 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 8:00 PM Los Angeles, CA | 3h19 | 11:19 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3h45 | 10:15 PM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 4h15 | 10:45 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:20 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3h30 | 11:50 PM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:20 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 4h05 | 12:25 AM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 29 | |||||
| 0 | 4:00 AM Los Angeles, CA | 2h45 | 6:45 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 5:15 AM Los Angeles, CA | 2h19 | 7:34 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 7:30 AM Los Angeles, CA | 3h19 | 10:49 AM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:20 AM Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA | 4h05 | 10:25 AM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:20 AM Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA | 3h45 | 10:05 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:55 AM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3h30 | 10:25 AM San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:55 AM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3h10 | 10:05 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:55 AM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 5h25 | 12:20 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 1 transfer | |
| 0 | 10:00 AM Los Angeles, CA | 3h19 | 1:19 PM San Diego, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 4h05 | 12:20 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3h30 | 11:45 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 AM Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA | 3h30 | 11:50 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:20 AM Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA | 4h00 | 12:20 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 AM Los Angeles, Exposition Blvd / South Sepulveda Blvd, CA | 3h10 | 11:50 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 AM Los Angeles, Exposition Blvd / South Sepulveda Blvd, CA | 3h40 | 12:20 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2h50 | 12:20 PM San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:30 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2h20 | 11:50 AM San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
FAQs: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA
Most Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA buses use the Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) to San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center station pair, with some services arriving at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park). Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Los Angeles, CA station do buses to San Diego, CA leave from?
Getting to Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) from Los Angeles city centre
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) bus station facilities and services
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and various dining options available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi available in main waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs available near main concourse.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Station fully accessible with elevators and ramps.
Getting to Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes from Los Angeles city centre
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes bus station facilities and services
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes. ATMs are available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes: The station is accessible to people with disabilities.
Getting to Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore from Los Angeles city centre
Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore is 19 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore bus station facilities and services
Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore. ATMs are available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore: Basic accessibility features available for buses.
Which San Diego, CA station do buses from Los Angeles, CA arrive at?
Getting to San Diego from San Diego city centre
San Diego bus station facilities and services
San Diego has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: There are fast food outlets nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at San Diego. ATMs are available at San Diego.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Diego.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Diego: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego: Station is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Getting to San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center from San Diego city centre
San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center is 22 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center bus station facilities and services
San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several fast food eateries located nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center. ATMs are available near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center: Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
Getting to San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) from San Diego city centre
San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) bus station facilities and services
San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several dining options nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park). ATMs are available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park): Wheelchair accessible routes available.
Bus stations for Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA
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