Find coaches from San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US

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Next departures from San Diego to Washington on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
    		San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    		Union StationNo tags
    Greyhound + FlixBus
      		UCSD Health La Jolla Station
      		Union StationNo tags
      Greyhound
        		Greyhound Bus Stop
        		Union StationNo tags
        Greyhound + FlixBus
          		Greyhound Bus Stop
          		Dupont CircleNo tags
          Greyhound
            		Greyhound Bus Stop
            		Union StationNo tags

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            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 1 hour 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$200, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            17bus per day
            3d 1hAverage duration
            3654 kmDistance
            91kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$200 - US$593Average duration3d 1h
            91kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$340 - US$611Average duration2d 20h
            333kg CO₂e

            Bus San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$363
            Average bus trip duration3d 1h
            Number of daily buses17
            Earliest bus departure06:45
            Distance3653 km
            Latest bus departure19:35

            San Diego to Washington Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Washington, DC, US

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

              The bus ticket price from San Diego to Washington starts at US$200. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Diego to Washington 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 Washington?

              The average travel time between San Diego and Washington is around 3d 1h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 15h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3657 km that separates the two cities.

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

              The number of buses from San Diego to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 17 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Diego to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from San Diego to Washington?

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

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

              Buses travelling between San Diego and Washington leave from Mission Valley Sheraton or Old Town Courtyard Marriot and arrive at Union Station, Dupont Circle, Metro Center Station.

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            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Diego to Washington will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

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