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

Next departures

Next departures for San Diego to Reno on December 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Santa Fe Depot
Reno StationCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
RenoNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
RenoNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Sparks (Greyhound Station)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Sparks (Greyhound Station)No tags

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Get from San Diego to Reno

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
21h 10mAverage Duration
490 milesDistance
20kgCO₂ emissions

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Reno start from $93. The average price for this route is around $144. 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 Reno?

    The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Reno is 21h 10m, covering a distance of 490 miles (789 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

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

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

    A bus trip from San Diego to Reno generates an estimated 20 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 Reno?

    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 5627 reviews.

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

    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 Reno?

    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 Reno?

    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
12/12
$263
12/13
$93
Today
$267
12/15
$136
12/16
No data
12/17
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12/18
$134
12/19
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Reno was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $93

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 Reno, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $93 to $267 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $134 which is on 2025-12-18.

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