Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Timetables
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Next departures from San Diego to Los Angeles on 26 December
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Santa Fe Depot
UCLA
Cheapest
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UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Los Angeles Union Station
Fastest
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Los Angeles Union Station
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Los Angeles Union Station
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Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Los Angeles Bus Station
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Next departures from San Diego to Los Angeles on 27 December
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Santa Fe Depot
UCLA
Cheapest
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Downey - Stonewood Centre
Fastest
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Los Angeles Union Station
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Los Angeles Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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Next departures from San Diego to Los Angeles on 28 December
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Bus
Santa Fe Depot
UCLA
Cheapest
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Los Angeles Union Station
Fastest
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Los Angeles Union Station
No tags
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Los Angeles Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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Next departures from San Diego to Los Angeles on 29 December
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Bus
Santa Fe Depot
UCLA
Cheapest
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Downey - Stonewood Centre
Fastest
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Los Angeles Union Station
No tags
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Los Angeles Union Station
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
No tags
Next departures from San Diego to Los Angeles on 30 December
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Bus
Santa Fe Depot
UCLA
Cheapest
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Los Angeles Union Station
Fastest
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Los Angeles Union Station
No tags
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Los Angeles Union Station
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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Next departures from San Diego to Los Angeles on 31 December
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Los Angeles Union Station
Cheapest
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Los Angeles Union Station
Fastest
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Los Angeles Union Station
No tags
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Los Angeles Union Station
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
No tags
Next departures from San Diego to Los Angeles on 1 January
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
Cheapest
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UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Downey - Stonewood Centre
Fastest
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Los Angeles Union Station
No tags
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Los Angeles Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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Next departures from San Diego to Los Angeles on 2 January
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Bus
Santa Fe Depot
UCLA
Cheapest
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Los Angeles Union Station
Fastest
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Los Angeles Union Station
No tags
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Los Angeles Union Station
No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
No tags
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Compare 3 ways to travel from San Diego to Los Angeles
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 hours 56 minutes and with fares starting at just R 640, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 280 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Los Limousines ticket prices on this trip start at R 745
According to multiple reviews, the service provided by this bus company is highly praised. Customers appreciate the good service and punctuality of the buses. However, there are a few negative experiences where customers had to take an Uber instead of the bus due to some issues with drop-off locations. Overall, it seems that most passengers have had a great experience with caring drivers.
FlixBus San Diego Los Angeles recent customer reviews
Bus was supposed to leave at 8:30pm, did not leave until 9:30 which caused us to miss the last flyaway of the night to the airport. Had to spend $80 on a taxi. Very inconvenienced!!! Very dissatisfied! Do better Flixbus!
1 out of 5 stars
Ajay M.
Bus was on time and arrived early. Driver was unfortunately rude and unfriendly. Bus was extremely rattly near the tyres which was extremely noisy all the way.
2 out of 5 stars
Gayathiri J.
FlixBus sent email of INCORRECT departure so I missed my pre arranged bus. The driver was rude.
Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and dirty conditions. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews.
Greyhound San Diego Los Angeles recent customer reviews
My experience with u was terrible they charged me more just because I put my luggage under the bus where al the luggage goes 😔
1 out of 5 stars
Veronica R.
Very courteous staff. Comfortable ride. Bus driver was friendly and informative. The arrival in LA was late due to Thanksgiving traffic. The driver handled the delays efficiently and safely.
4 out of 5 stars
Catherine M.
Staff were very unhelpful to us when our bags would not fit in our overhead space, even though they had done on a previous bus that we took. We were told that we would have to pay $20 to put them underneath, no one was willing to listen to us.
Passengers have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting its punctuality and cleanliness. Many appreciated the excellent customer service provided, which contributed to a comfortable journey. Additionally, travelers enjoyed discovering various stops along their route and felt reassured by the safety measures in place that ensured they reached their destinations without issues.
Amtrak San Diego Los Angeles recent customer reviews
The train was at a standstill for over an hour and then we went backwards to the closest station and were told to get off the train. I had to uber to the airport costing me $380 Australian dollars and I made check in by 14 minutes. Do not recommend this train at all
1 out of 5 stars
Bronte D.
The train was not on schedule, we to continue our journey by bus from oceanside ang I got to LA 35 minutes late
1 out of 5 stars
Sasan N.
Was confused but Amtrak made it safe and secure for me to make sure I was going to the right place! Minimal tardy but not a problem at all
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Los Angeles, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Los Angeles start at R 396. The average price for this route is around R 644. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Diego to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from San Diego to Los Angeles is 4h, covering a distance of 199 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 54 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Los Angeles at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from San Diego to Los Angeles produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from San Diego to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5652 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Diego to Los Angeles?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
24/12
R 650
25/12
R 564
Today
R 462
27/12
R 462
28/12
R 479
29/12
R 462
30/12
R 462
31/12
R 470
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of R 462
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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 462 to R 932 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 462, which is on 2025-12-27.
Usually Los Limousines 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Los Angeles, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of R 462
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
