How do I get from New York to San Diego without flying?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and eco-friendly way. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long is the bus ride from New York to San Diego?

The travel time from New York to San Diego is about 3d 3h, although the fastest bus will take 2d 19h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 2425 miles (3912 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is New York from San Diego?

New York and San Diego are 2425 miles (3912 km) apart.

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

Most of the buses traveling from New York to San Diego leave from New York Port Authority and arrive at Mission Valley Sheraton. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from New York to San Diego?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from New York to San Diego by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $128.

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

The bus ticket costs $228 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $128 and $685, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

Once in San Diego, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Botanical Building and Lily Pond, Old Town, San Diego Bay Waterfront, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego.

Can I take an overnight bus from New York to San Diego?

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from New York to San Diego. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

New York to San Diego (CA), US Bus Tickets

TodayMay 21

TomorrowMay 22

from $278

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 22 at 5:05pm
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Queens Vil (7-11 - Jd Foods)
Arrival time: May 26 at 10:40am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: Balboa Park
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 20h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 22 at 1:35am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: New York Port Authority
Arrival time: May 24 at 5:35pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 19h
Departure time: May 22 at 10:15am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
Arrival time: May 25 at 9:15am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 2h
Departure time: May 22 at 1:35am
Departure city: New York
Departure location: New York Port Authority
Arrival time: May 24 at 5:45pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d 19h
Departure time: May 22 at 2:00pm
Departure city: New York
Departure location: Midtown - 300 W 31st St
Arrival time: May 25 at 1:15pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3d 2h

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York to San Diego.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$128 - $685	Average Duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$306 - $3,365	Average Duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 356kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from New York to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

67bus per day

3d 3hAverage Duration

$128Cheapest ticket

98kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$228

Average bus trip duration3d 3h

Number of daily buses67

Earliest bus departure1:30am

Distance2425 miles (3910 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/586,994 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound New York San Diego recent customer reviews

Fantastic bus driver R.D Brown for the first leg of the journey. Bus smelt strongly of urine and many power outlets did not work. Inconsiderate passengers who were drunk, displaying threatening behaviour, making noise, fighting, playing loud music and smoking weed on the bus in the early hours of the morning. They should have been removed immediately. Unhelpful staff at Colombus, Ohio when dealing with advising passengers about the ice storm in the Midwest. I was given no advice as to how to reach my final destination, San Diego. One member of staff said it was her last day of work and when I asked where the nearest airport was she was about to send me to an airport which was 9 hours away, instead of the nearby John Glenn Columbus International Airport. Another member is staff at the bus terminal just stopped me from getting on my scheduled bus, I asked if I could stick to the routine and get off somewhere else so I could catch a flight from somewhere closer to San Diego. He told me, i couldn't, and I'd just have to sit and wait for the possibly the two days - all other passengers from my previous bus were somehow transferred. No effort to help or provide me with information was given. I was gravely disappointed, the bus journey from one side of the country to the other was the highlight of my trip and I spent a lot of money flying over from abroad for the experience. I feel like I have unfairly treated by staff, and they did not fulfill their obligation to serve the public and ensure a comfortable ride, infact I felt my safety and wellbeing were threatened by keeping those unruly individuals on the bus. I am deeply upset. In the end I had to fork out another $400 dollars to fly to San Diego because nobody would help me.

Stacey B.

January 19, 2017

It the worst travelling experience

Janeise M.

January 12, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/58,707 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

New York to San Diego Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from New York to San Diego. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from New York to San Diego from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Diego from New York, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in New York and San Diego?

Stops in New York

A - New York Port Authority

B - GW Bridge

C - Chinatown

D - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

E - Chinatown - E Broadway

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

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 for your trip New York - San Diego (CA), US

How do I get from New York to San Diego without flying?
How long is the bus ride from New York to San Diego?
How far is New York from San Diego?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York to San Diego?
What is the cheapest way to travel from New York to San Diego?
How much does a bus ticket from New York to San Diego cost?
What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?
Can I take an overnight bus from New York to San Diego?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/19

$219

05/20

$252

Today

$250

05/22

$334

05/23

$178

05/24

$161

05/25

$215

05/26

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The cheapest trip from New York to San Diego was searched and found on May 24, 2025 with a price of $161

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

You can expect to pay from $161 to $616 for a bus ticket from New York to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $161 which is on 2025-05-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New York and San Diego!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New York to San Diego, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from New York to San Diego.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from New York to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from New York to San Diego?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3d 3h	Avg Price$228	Daily Departures67
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3d 5h	Avg Price$453	Daily Departures4

Will you be returning to New York by bus?

Bus from New York to San Diego

You can also go to San Diego by train

Train from New York to San Diego

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