How much does a bus ticket from Sacramento to San Diego cost?

The bus ticket price from Sacramento to San Diego starts at R 1 084. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sacramento to San Diego is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to San Diego?

The average travel time between Sacramento and San Diego is around 15h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 762 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Sacramento and San Diego?

The number of buses from Sacramento to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sacramento to San Diego by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Sacramento to San Diego?

When taking the bus from Sacramento to San Diego, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sacramento to San Diego?

Buses travelling between Sacramento and San Diego leave from Greyhound Sacramento Station or Old Sacramento and arrive at Mission Valley Sheraton, Old Town Courtyard Marriot, Downtown Holiday Inn.

Bus Sacramento to San Diego from R 1 073 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Sacramento to San Diego on 12 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	15h 45m	13:40	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Cheapest
	15:30	Sacramento Franklin Blvd	11h 30m	03:00	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	16h 15m	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	07:05	Greyhound Sacramento Station	14h 40m	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	09:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 55m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	07:15	Sacramento Valley Station	12h 49m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
	06:00	Sacramento Franklin Blvd	12h 30m	18:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	No tags
	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Diego on 13 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:05	Sacramento Valley Station	11h 20m	05:25	Santa Fe Depot	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	16h 15m	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	07:05	Greyhound Sacramento Station	14h 40m	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	09:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 55m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	07:15	Sacramento Valley Station	12h 49m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
	06:00	Sacramento Franklin Blvd	12h 30m	18:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	15h 45m	13:40	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Diego on 14 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	18:05	Sacramento Valley Station	11h 20m	05:25	Santa Fe Depot	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	16h 15m	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	07:05	Greyhound Sacramento Station	14h 40m	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	09:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 55m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	07:15	Sacramento Valley Station	12h 49m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
	06:00	Sacramento Franklin Blvd	12h 30m	18:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	15h 45m	13:40	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Diego on 15 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 55m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	Cheapest
	18:05	Sacramento Valley Station	11h 20m	05:25	Santa Fe Depot	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	16h 15m	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	07:05	Greyhound Sacramento Station	14h 40m	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	07:15	Sacramento Valley Station	12h 49m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
	06:00	Sacramento Franklin Blvd	12h 30m	18:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	15h 45m	13:40	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Diego on 17 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 55m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	Cheapest
	18:05	Sacramento Valley Station	11h 20m	05:25	Santa Fe Depot	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	18h 30m	16:25	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	07:05	Greyhound Sacramento Station	14h 40m	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	07:15	Sacramento Valley Station	12h 49m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
	06:00	Sacramento Franklin Blvd	12h 30m	18:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	18h	15:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Diego on 18 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	09:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 55m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	Cheapest
	18:05	Sacramento Valley Station	11h 20m	05:25	Santa Fe Depot	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	18h 30m	16:25	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	07:05	Greyhound Sacramento Station	14h 40m	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	13h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	07:15	Sacramento Valley Station	12h 49m	20:04	Santa Fe Depot	No tags
	06:00	Sacramento Franklin Blvd	12h 30m	18:30	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:55	Greyhound Sacramento Station	18h	15:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento 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 15 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 084, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

15h 45mAverage duration

744 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 084 - R 4 363	Average duration15h 45m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 987 - R 3 825	Average duration18h 16m	CO₂ emissions 69kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 576 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

According to the users, Amtrak provides a smooth and efficient service. The chat representative's assistance in modifying reservations has been positively highlighted, contributing to an overall satisfying experience without disruptions or delays.

Amtrak Sacramento San Diego recent customer reviews

Smooth ride without disruptions or delays. There was nothing to dislike.

Tiffani M.

22 March 2025

Amtrak chat rep modified my reservation and made me very happy

Choco C.

5 August 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511 277 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11277 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 084

FlixBus Sacramento San Diego recent customer reviews

Very good bus driver. Explained very well what was going on. Safe driver.

Marysue M.

22 December 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587 367 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Los Limousines

3.5/5262 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi2.7

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

Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and San Diego?

Stops in Sacramento

A - Greyhound Sacramento Station

B - Old Sacramento

C - Fruitridge Rd

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 from Sacramento, US to San Diego, CA, US by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Sacramento to San Diego cost?
The bus ticket price from Sacramento to San Diego starts at R 1 084. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sacramento to San Diego is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Sacramento to San Diego?
The average travel time between Sacramento and San Diego is around 15h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 762 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Sacramento and San Diego?
The number of buses from Sacramento to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sacramento to San Diego by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Sacramento to San Diego?
When taking the bus from Sacramento to San Diego, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sacramento to San Diego?
Buses travelling between Sacramento and San Diego leave from Greyhound Sacramento Station or Old Sacramento and arrive at Mission Valley Sheraton, Old Town Courtyard Marriot, Downtown Holiday Inn.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

08/11

R 1 834

09/11

R 1 752

Today

R 1 635

11/11

R 1 751

12/11

R 1 635

13/11

R 1 565

14/11

R 1 565

15/11

R 1 284

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 284

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 284 to R 3 622 for a bus ticket from Sacramento, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 284, which is on 2025-11-15.

Usually Amtrak, Greyhound 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.