What's the distance between Palm Springs and San Diego by coach?

The distance between Palm Springs and San Diego by coach is approximately 85 miles (137 km).

What is the best way to go from Palm Springs to San Diego without a car?

The best way to go from Palm Springs to San Diego without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Palm Springs to San Diego from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Palm Springs to San Diego on 23 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:50	Indian Canyon Dr	5h 17m	13:07	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
07:50	Indian Canyon Dr	5h 3m	12:53	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
07:50	Indian Canyon Dr	5h 17m	13:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
07:50	Indian Canyon Dr	6h 17m	14:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
07:50	Indian Canyon Dr	6h 17m	14:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Next departures from Palm Springs to San Diego on 25 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:50	Indian Canyon Dr	5h 17m	13:07	Santa Fe Depot	Cheapest
07:50	Indian Canyon Dr	5h 3m	12:53	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
07:50	Indian Canyon Dr	5h 17m	13:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
07:50	Indian Canyon Dr	6h 17m	14:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
07:50	Indian Canyon Dr	6h 17m	14:07	Santa Fe Depot	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 20:37 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Palm Springs to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 6 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

6h 15mAverage duration

77 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£30 - £99	Average duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£50 - £59	Average duration7h 48m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5593 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £30

Amtrak Palm Springs San Diego recent customer reviews

train was delayed 2.5 hours

Marcus D.

11 March 2024

Bus location sign in Palm Springs could be a bit clearer

Christine T.

8 October 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,379 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Palm Springs and San Diego?

Stops in Palm Springs

A - Palm Springs Airport

B - Garnet Ave

Stops in San Diego

A - Mission Valley Sheraton

B - Old Town Courtyard Marriot

C - Downtown Holiday Inn

D - Greyhound Station

E - Market St. & Park Blvd

F - San Ysidro McDonald's

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

What's the distance between Palm Springs and San Diego by coach?
The distance between Palm Springs and San Diego by coach is approximately 85 miles (137 km).
What is the best way to go from Palm Springs to San Diego without a car?
The best way to go from Palm Springs to San Diego without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

16/11

£28

17/11

£28

Today

£28

19/11

£28

20/11

£28

21/11

£28

22/11

£28

23/11

£28

The cheapest trip from Palm Springs to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 16 Nov 2025 with a price of £28

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

You can expect to pay from £28 to £39 for a bus ticket from Palm Springs to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-11-19.