Bus Tickets from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US

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TodayJul 27
TomorrowJul 28
from US$25
TueJul 29
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WedJul 30
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ThuJul 31
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Next departures to San Diego

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: UC Riverside
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego University Avenue
    Operated by: Las Vegas ShuttlesLas Vegas Shuttles
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: UC Riverside
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: Riverside East Alessandro Boulevard
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego University Avenue
    Operated by: Las Vegas ShuttlesLas Vegas Shuttles
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: Riverside Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Riverside to San Diego

Bus
Average PriceUS$23 - US$56Average Duration2h 5m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$46 - US$51Average Duration6h 41m
12kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Riverside to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
2h 5mAverage Duration
US$23Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$55
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 5m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure1:56am
Distance131 km
Latest bus departure3:30pm

Riverside to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Riverside, CA - San Diego, CA, US

  1. What is the distance between Riverside and San Diego?

    Riverside and San Diego are 140 km (87 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Riverside to San Diego?

    Buses departing from Riverside Bus Station in Riverside will take you to Mission Valley Sheraton in San Diego.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
07-25
US$20
07-26
US$34
Today
US$18
07-28
US$17
07-29
US$16
07-30
US$16
07-31
US$17
08-01
US$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Jul 29, 2025 with a price of US$16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$51 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16 which is on 2025-07-29.

Usually LVSU will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Riverside and San Diego!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Riverside to San Diego.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Riverside to San Diego will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Riverside to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Will you be returning to Riverside, CA by bus?

Bus from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US

You can also go to San Diego, CA, US by train

Train from Riverside, CA to San Diego, CA, US

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