Bus from Dallas, TX to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Dallas to San Diego on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Dallas Bus Station
Greyhound Bus StopCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Dallas Bus Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationFastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Dallas Bus Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Dallas Bus Station
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Dallas Bus Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:12 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Dallas to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
1d 13hAverage Duration
1182 milesDistance
48kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$108 - $502Average Duration1d 13h
48kg CO₂e
Average Price$196 - $445Average Duration2d
173kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Dallas, TX to San Diego, CA, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Dallas to San Diego?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Dallas to San Diego start from $108. The average price for this route is around $186. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Dallas to San Diego is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1182 miles (1905 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Dallas to San Diego at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

    A bus trip from Dallas to San Diego generates an estimated 48 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Dallas 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 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dallas 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 has the most timely service from Dallas to San Diego?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Dallas 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
11/26
$154
11/27
$272
Today
$270
11/29
$165
11/30
$169
12/01
$165
12/02
No data
12/03
$129
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dallas, TX to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $129

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

You can expect to pay from $129 to $355 for a bus ticket from Dallas, TX to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $129 which is on 2025-12-03.

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