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

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Diego to Albuquerque on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Los LimousinesBus
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Albuquerque Bus StationNo tags
Los LimousinesBus
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
Albuquerque Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Albuquerque Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Albuquerque Bus StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Albuquerque Bus StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Albuquerque

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Albuquerque. The journey takes about 19 hours 42 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
19h 42mAverage Duration
624 milesDistance
92kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$75 - $342Average Duration1d 1h
25kg CO₂e
Average Price$99 - $171Average Duration19h 42m
92kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Albuquerque, 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 San Diego to Albuquerque?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Albuquerque start from $75. The average price for this route is around $188. 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 San Diego to Albuquerque?

    The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Albuquerque is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 619 miles (998 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Albuquerque at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

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

    A bus trip from San Diego to Albuquerque generates an estimated 25 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 San Diego to Albuquerque?

    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 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Albuquerque?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Albuquerque?

    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 San Diego to Albuquerque?

    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
11/25
$189
11/26
$191
Today
$190
11/28
$189
11/29
$107
11/30
No data
12/01
$117
12/02
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Albuquerque, US was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $107

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 Albuquerque, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $107 to $311 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Albuquerque, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2025-11-29.

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.

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