Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for San Diego to Boston on December 26
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown SD (Seaport)
Brookline
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Boston (South Station)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Boston (South Station)
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Boston (South Station)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Boston (South Station)
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Next departures for San Diego to Boston on December 27
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown SD (Seaport)
Brookline
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Boston (South Station)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Boston (South Station)
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Boston (South Station)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Boston (South Station)
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Next departures for San Diego to Boston on December 28
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Boston (South Station)
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Boston (South Station)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Boston (South Station)
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Boston (South Station)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Boston (South Station)
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Next departures for San Diego to Boston on December 29
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
151 Steel Pl, Cambridge
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Boston (South Station)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Boston (South Station)
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Boston (South Station)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Boston (South Station)
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Next departures for San Diego to Boston on December 30
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Greyhound Bus Stop
151 Steel Pl, Cambridge
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Boston (South Station)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Boston (South Station)
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Boston (South Station)
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Boston (South Station)
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Boston
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 3 days, 7 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Boston?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Boston start from $160. The average price for this route is around $628. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Boston?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Boston is 3d 7h, covering a distance of 2571 miles (4146 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 2h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Boston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Boston?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Boston at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Boston?
A bus trip from San Diego to Boston generates an estimated 104 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego to Boston?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Boston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Boston?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Boston?
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
12/22
$775
12/23
$663
Today
$666
12/25
$669
12/26
$580
12/27
$548
12/28
$361
12/29
$401
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $361
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 Boston, MA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $361 to $775 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $361 which is on 2025-12-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $361
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
