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

Next bus departures

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Greyhound Station
Greyhound Bus StopCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
Greyhound Bus StopFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
Downtown SD (Seaport)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to San Diego

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just $234, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 15hAverage Duration
1711 kmDistance
156kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$155 - $723Average Duration1d 23h
43kg CO₂e
Average Price$234 - $1,388Average Duration1d 15h
156kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US 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 Seattle to San Diego?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to San Diego start from $155. The average price for this route is around $251. 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 Seattle to San Diego?

    The average bus travel time from Seattle to San Diego is 1d 23h, covering a distance of 1718 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Seattle to San Diego at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Seattle to San Diego generates an estimated 43 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 Seattle to San Diego?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

    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 Seattle to San Diego?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$578
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11-29
$645
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $578

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

You can expect to pay from $578 to $645 for a bus ticket from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $645 which is on 2025-11-29.

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