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

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Next departures for Newark to San Diego on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
GreyhoundBus
Newark Penn Station
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Newark Penn Station
Downtown SD (Seaport)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Newark Penn Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Newark Penn Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Newark Penn Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 21 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $269, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
2d 21hAverage Duration
3895 kmDistance
97kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$269 - $1,078Average Duration2d 21h
97kg CO₂e
Average Price$732 - $3,550Average Duration3d 3h
354kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ to San Diego, CA, 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 Newark to San Diego?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to San Diego start from $269. The average price for this route is around $581. 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 Newark to San Diego?

    The average bus travel time from Newark to San Diego is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 3895 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 18h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newark to San Diego?

    The earliest bus departs from Newark to San Diego at 2:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

    A bus trip from Newark to San Diego generates an estimated 97 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Newark to San Diego?

    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 87387 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Newark to San Diego?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Newark to San Diego?

    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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to San Diego, CA, US?

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