Bus Tickets from Palm Springs to San Diego, CA, US

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Next departures to San Diego

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Palm Springs
    Departure location: Indian Canyon Dr
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Palm Springs
    Departure location: Palm Springs North
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Palm Springs
    Departure location: Palm Springs North
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Palm Springs
    Departure location: Indian Canyon Dr
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 11 at
    Departure city: Palm Springs
    Departure location: Palm Springs North
    Arrival time: August 11 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Palm Springs to San Diego

Average PriceUS$38 - US$134Average Duration6h 15m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$58 - US$80Average Duration7h 48m
13kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Palm Springs to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 6 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
6h 15mAverage Duration
US$38Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Palm Springs to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$50
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 15m
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure2:35am
Distance134 km
Latest bus departure3:05pm

Palm Springs to San Diego Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Palm Springs to San Diego from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Diego from Palm Springs, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Palm Springs - San Diego, CA, US

  1. What is the distance between Palm Springs and San Diego?

    The distance between Palm Springs and San Diego is around 137 km (85 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Palm Springs to San Diego?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Garnet Ave, in Palm Springs, and end it at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-08
US$35
08-09
US$35
Today
US$35
08-11
US$35
08-12
US$35
08-13
US$35
08-14
US$35
08-15
US$35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palm Springs to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Aug 9, 2025 with a price of US$35

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Palm Springs to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$57 for a bus ticket from Palm Springs to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35 which is on 2025-08-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Palm Springs and San Diego!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Palm Springs to San Diego, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Palm Springs to San Diego.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Palm Springs to San Diego while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Palm Springs to San Diego, CA, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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