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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Phoenix start from $45. The average price for this route is around $86. 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 Phoenix?

The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Phoenix is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 293 miles (472 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to Phoenix route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines , FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

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

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

A bus trip from San Diego to Phoenix generates an estimated 12 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 Phoenix?

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.

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

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 Phoenix?

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 Phoenix?

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 Phoenix from $38 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Diego to Phoenix on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:30pm	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	11h 20m	3:50am	Phoenix E Jefferson St	Cheapest
	Bus	4:30pm	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	9h 15m	2:45am	Phoenix E Jefferson St	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	10h 50m	3:45am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	10h 55m	7:30am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	4:30pm	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	10h 15m	3:45am	Phoenix E Jefferson St	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Phoenix on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	7h 15m	6:15pm	Phoenix Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	9h 15m	5:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	12h 50m	2:05am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	10h 55m	7:30am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	13h 45m	1:15am	Phoenix E Jefferson St	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Phoenix on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	7h 15m	6:15pm	Phoenix Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	9h 15m	5:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	12h 50m	2:05am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	10h 55m	7:30am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	13h 45m	1:15am	Phoenix E Jefferson St	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Phoenix on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	9h 15m	5:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:55am	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	8h 55m	5:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	15h 40m	2:05am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	9h 35m	6:10pm	Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station	No tags
	Bus	6:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	14h 30m	10:15pm	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Phoenix on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	9h 35m	6:10pm	Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:55am	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	8h 55m	5:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	9h 15m	5:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:25am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	15h 40m	2:05am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	14h 30m	10:15pm	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Phoenix on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	7h 15m	6:15pm	Phoenix Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	9h 15m	5:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	10h 50m	3:45am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	10h 55m	7:30am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	13h 45m	1:15am	Phoenix E Jefferson St	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Phoenix on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	7h 15m	6:15pm	Phoenix Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	9h 15m	5:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	12h 50m	2:05am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	10h 55m	7:30am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	13h 45m	1:15am	Phoenix E Jefferson St	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Phoenix on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	7h 15m	6:15pm	Phoenix Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	9h 15m	5:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	12h 50m	2:05am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	10h 55m	7:30am	Phoenix Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:30am	Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)	13h 45m	1:15am	Phoenix E Jefferson St	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:42 AM PST.

Get from San Diego to Phoenix

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

11h 20mAverage Duration

293 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Phoenix?

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 Phoenix

A
N 27th Ave
1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA
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B
Phoenix Greyhound Station
2115 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA
C
Glendale Ave
2647 W Glendale Ave, Ste 17, Phoenix, Az, Glendale, AZ 85051
D
44th St Stn
44th Street Transit Center 42009 E Washigton Street, 85034
E
Desert Ridge
Mellow Mushroom, 5293-5343 E Deer Valley Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA

Compare bus companies

Los Limousines

3.5/5272 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi2.7

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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 Phoenix recent customer reviews

The bus driver was rude and stopped and turned off the bus and did not notify anybody why

Ashley K.

July 11, 2018

The driver was very professional, kind, considerate and displayed wonderful customer service.

Paris W.

July 27, 2017

The bus was dirty and smelled like urine:/ otherwise not bad but I potentially would not ride this route again because of this. The floors, seats, etc...were gross!

Benjamin L.

August 16, 2016

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Phoenix start from $45. The average price for this route is around $86. 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 Phoenix?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Phoenix is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 293 miles (472 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Phoenix route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Phoenix?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Phoenix at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Phoenix?
A bus trip from San Diego to Phoenix generates an estimated 12 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 Phoenix?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Phoenix?
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 Phoenix?
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 Phoenix?
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

11/27

$93

11/28

$93

Today

$63

11/30

$74

12/01

$56

12/02

$69

12/03

$60

12/04

$38

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Phoenix, AZ was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $38

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 Phoenix, AZ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $38 to $186 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Phoenix, AZ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $38 which is on 2025-12-04.

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.