Find coaches from San Diego, CA, US to Long Beach, CA

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Next departures from San Diego to Long Beach on 4 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
    		San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    		Long BeachCheapest
    FlixBus
      		UCSD Health La Jolla Station
      		Long BeachFastest
      FlixBus
        		UCSD Health La Jolla Station
        		Long BeachNo tags
        Greyhound Lines, Inc.
          		Greyhound Bus Stop
          		Long Beach Bus StationNo tags
          FlixBus
            		Downtown SD (Seaport)
            		Long BeachNo tags

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            Get from San Diego to Long Beach

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 2 hours, and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            5bus per day
            2hAverage duration
            147 kmDistance
            4kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus San Diego, CA, US to Long Beach, CA: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$30
            Average bus trip duration2h
            Number of daily buses5
            Earliest bus departure06:45
            Distance147 km
            Latest bus departure16:15

            San Diego to Long Beach Bus

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

            1. How much does a bus ticket from San Diego to Long Beach cost?

              The bus ticket price from San Diego to Long Beach starts at US$26. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Diego to Long Beach 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!

            2. How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Long Beach?

              The average travel time between San Diego and Long Beach is around 2h, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 152 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Diego and Long Beach?

              The number of buses from San Diego to Long Beach can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Diego to Long Beach by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from San Diego to Long Beach?

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

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to Long Beach?

              Buses travelling between San Diego and Long Beach leave from Mission Valley Sheraton or Old Town Courtyard Marriot and arrive at Long Beach Bus Station.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            01/11
            US$25
            02/11
            US$20
            Today
            US$25
            04/11
            US$20
            05/11
            No data
            06/11
            US$19
            07/11
            US$20
            08/11
            US$22
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Long Beach, CA was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of US$19

            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 Long Beach, CA as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from US$19 to US$29 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Long Beach, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$19, which is on 2025-11-06.

            Usually 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.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

            Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Diego to Long Beach.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

            Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Diego to Long Beach, 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 Diego to Long Beach will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

            Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Diego to Long Beach while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

            Did you know?

            The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

            The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

            It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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