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

Next bus departures

Next departures from Pittsburgh to San Diego on 27 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
Downtown SD (Seaport)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh 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 2 days, 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 727, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
2d 15hAverage duration
3399 kmDistance
85kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 3 727 - R 13 294Average duration2d 15h
85kg CO₂e
Average priceR 26 597 - R 26 615Average duration2d 15h
310kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Pittsburgh to San Diego start at R 3 727. The average price for this route is around R 6 059. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Pittsburgh to San Diego?

    The average bus journey time from Pittsburgh to San Diego is 2d 15h, covering a distance of 3399 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 9h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Pittsburgh to San Diego at 01:35. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.

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

    A bus trip from Pittsburgh to San Diego produces an estimated 85 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
23/12
R 8 525
24/12
R 11 275
Today
R 5 125
26/12
R 9 379
27/12
R 8 491
28/12
R 4 766
29/12
R 6 893
30/12
R 5 937
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 28 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 766

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 766 to R 11 275 for a bus ticket from Pittsburgh to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 766, which is on 2025-12-28.

What's the cheapest way to go from Pittsburgh to San Diego, CA, US?

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