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

Next bus departures

Next departures from Raleigh to San Diego on 19 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Downtown SD (Seaport)Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Raleigh (New Bern Ave)
UCSD Health La Jolla StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Raleigh Bus Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 12:51 PM EST.

Get from Raleigh to San Diego

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 17 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 025, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
2d 17hAverage duration
3538 kmDistance
88kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to San Diego?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Raleigh to San Diego start at R 3 025. The average price for this route is around R 6 665. 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 Raleigh to San Diego?

    The average bus journey time from Raleigh to San Diego is 2d 17h, covering a distance of 3538 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 11h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Raleigh to San Diego at 05:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:55.

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

    A bus trip from Raleigh to San Diego produces an estimated 88 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Raleigh 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 87500 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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.

Best price found
16/01
R 4 745
17/01
R 5 015
Today
R 4 863
19/01
R 3 149
20/01
No data
21/01
R 3 183
22/01
No data
23/01
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Raleigh to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 149

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 149 to R 5 015 for a bus ticket from Raleigh to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 149, which is on 2026-01-19.

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