Find coaches from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US

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Today28 Jun
from US$96
Tomorrow29 Jun
from US$97
Mon30 Jun
from US$80
Tue1 Jul
from US$66
Wed2 Jul
Thu3 Jul
from US$89
Fri4 Jul
from US$75
Sat5 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 30 June at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 30 June at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 June at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 29 June at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to San Diego

Average priceUS$50 - US$201Average duration12h 55m
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$79 - US$169Average duration18h 59m
61kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
12h 55mAverage duration
US$50Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$71
Average bus trip duration12h 55m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure00:40
Distance413 miles
Latest bus departure23:10

San Jose to San Diego Bus

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

  1. How far is San Diego from San Jose by coach?

    The journey from San Jose to San Diego by coach covers an approximate distance of 417 miles (672 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach San Diego from San Jose without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
26/06
US$96
27/06
US$103
Today
US$88
29/06
US$89
30/06
US$73
01/07
US$59
02/07
US$51
03/07
US$81
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose to San Diego was searched and found on 2 Jul 2025 with a price of US$51

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

You can expect to pay from US$51 to US$182 for a bus ticket from San Jose to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$51, which is on 2025-07-02.

Usually Amtrak, Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Jose to San Diego but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Jose to San Diego, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Jose to San Diego will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Jose to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose to San Diego?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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