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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Dallas start from $134. The average price for this route is around $231. 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 Dallas?

The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Dallas is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1178 miles (1899 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to Dallas route?

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

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

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

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

A bus trip from San Diego to Dallas generates an estimated 47 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 Dallas?

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 5654 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Dallas?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Dallas?

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 Dallas?

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.

Bus San Diego to Dallas from $122 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Diego to Dallas on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	2:10pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 1h	5:50pm	Downtown Dallas / Deep Ellum	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:15pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	1d 8h	2:45am	Dallas Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 8h	2:45am	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 9h	6:45am	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	2:10pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	2d 2h	6:10pm	Market Center (Dallas)	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Dallas on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	1d 8h	5:55pm	Dallas Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 5h	5:55pm	Dallas Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 8h	5:55pm	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 9h	6:45am	Dallas Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 8h	2:45am	Dallas Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:06 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Dallas

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Dallas. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours and with fares starting at just $134, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1178 milesDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$134 - $477	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$231 - $1,472	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 173kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Dallas?

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

Stops in Dallas

A
Dallas Bus Station
205 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202, USA
Visit page
B
Jefferson Bd
174 S Patton Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, USA
C
Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport
Visit page
D
Westmoreland Greyhound Station
627 N Westmoreland Rd, Dallas, TX 75211
E
N. Olive Street
400 N. Olive Street,, Dallas, TX 75201, US
F
Tornado Bus I-30
8630 E R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75228, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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 San Diego Dallas recent customer reviews

The bus was four hours late and the bus driver seemed as if she was falling asleep. I have taken buses to travel long distances before and I have never been so dissatisfied as I have been recently.

Daniela H.

April 9, 2017

Amtrak

4/55,675 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,732 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX 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 Dallas?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Dallas start from $134. The average price for this route is around $231. 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 Dallas?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Dallas is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1178 miles (1899 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Dallas route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Dallas?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Dallas at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Dallas?
A bus trip from San Diego to Dallas generates an estimated 47 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 Dallas?
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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Dallas?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Dallas?
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 Dallas?
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

12/23

$452

12/24

$367

Today

$313

12/26

No data

12/27

$177

12/28

$179

12/29

No data

12/30

$128

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $128

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 Dallas, TX, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $128 to $452 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Dallas, TX based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $128 which is on 2025-12-30.