Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson

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Next departures for San Diego to Tucson on October 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Tucson DowntownCheapest
FlixBus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
U of AFastest
FlixBus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
U of ANo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound StationNo tags

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

Average Ticket PriceUS$67
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 5m
Number of daily buses18
Earliest bus departure6:45am
Distance588 km
Latest bus departure7:35pm

San Diego to Tucson Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from San Diego to Tucson. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from San Diego to Tucson from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Tucson from San Diego, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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

  1. How much does a bus ticket from San Diego to Tucson cost?

    The bus ticket price from San Diego to Tucson starts at US$54. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Diego to Tucson is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

    The average travel time between San Diego and Tucson is around 14h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 15m.This is the time it takes to travel the 580 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Diego and Tucson?

    The number of buses from San Diego to Tucson can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Diego to Tucson by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from San Diego to Tucson?

    When taking the bus from San Diego to Tucson, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to Tucson?

    Buses travelling between San Diego and Tucson leave from Mission Valley Sheraton or Old Town Courtyard Marriot and arrive at Greyhound Station, S 12th Ave, Arco - 802 W Speedway Blvd.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10-11
US$96
10-12
US$95
Today
US$111
10-14
US$89
10-15
US$59
10-16
US$57
10-17
US$62
10-18
US$57
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson was searched and found on Oct 16, 2025 with a price of US$57

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 Tucson, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$57 to US$181 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$57 which is on 2025-10-16.

Usually Greyhound 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 San Diego and Tucson!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego to Tucson, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Diego to Tucson.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from San Diego to Tucson.

Did you know?

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

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to San Diego, CA, US by bus?

Bus from Tucson to San Diego, CA, US

You can also go to Tucson by train

Train from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson

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