Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Phoenix, AZ: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Diego to Phoenix on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Phoenix Bus StationCheapestFastest
FlixBusBus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Phoenix Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Phoenix Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Phoenix Bus StationNo tags
Los LimousinesBus
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Phoenix E Jefferson StNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 13:28 PST.

Get from San Diego to Phoenix

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day
11h 20mAverage duration
293 milesDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from San Diego to Phoenix start from £35. The average price for this route is around £66. 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 journey from San Diego to Phoenix?

    The average bus journey time from San Diego to Phoenix is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 293 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Phoenix?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Phoenix at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.

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

    A bus journey from San Diego to Phoenix produces an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from San Diego to Phoenix?

    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 5597 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Diego to Phoenix?

    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 Phoenix?

    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
25/11
£72
26/11
£72
Today
£72
28/11
£48
29/11
£45
30/11
£58
01/12
£44
02/12
£54
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Phoenix, AZ was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £44

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 Phoenix, AZ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £44 to £201 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Phoenix, AZ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £44, which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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