Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Davis: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for San Diego to Davis on December 19
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Davis StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 11:18 AM PST.

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Davis. The journey takes about 17 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
17h 15mAverage Duration
752 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$140 - $228Average Duration17h 15m
19kg CO₂e
Average Price$172 - $1,152Average Duration17h 1m
69kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Davis by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Davis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Davis start from $140. The average price for this route is around $200. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Davis?

    The average bus travel time from San Diego to Davis is 17h 15m, covering a distance of 752 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Davis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Davis?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Davis at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Davis?

    A bus trip from San Diego to Davis generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Diego to Davis?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Davis?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego to Davis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Davis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12-16
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12-17
$129
Today
$129
12-19
$129
12-20
$135
12-21
$135
12-22
$153
12-23
$147
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Davis was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $129

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

You can expect to pay from $129 to $204 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Davis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $129 which is on 2025-12-19.

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