Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Philadelphia, PA

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Next departures for San Diego to Philadelphia on September 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags
Greyhound
Greyhound Bus Stop
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Greyhound Bus Stop
Frazer - 56-40 Matthews RdNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Greyhound Bus Stop
Philadelphia (Logan Square)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Philadelphia

Bus
Average PriceUS$177 - US$437Average Duration3d 3h
95kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$432 - US$1,996Average Duration2d 23h
347kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

51bus per day
3d 3hAverage Duration
US$177Cheapest ticket
95kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$238
Average Bus Trip Duration3d 3h
Number of daily buses51
Earliest bus departure7:15am
Distance3781 km
Latest bus departure7:35pm

San Diego to Philadelphia Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Diego to Philadelphia, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Philadelphia, PA

  1. How far is San Diego from Philadelphia?

    The distance between San Diego and Philadelphia is around 3815 km (2366 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego, and end it at Philadelphia Airport, in Philadelphia.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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09-26
US$300
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10-02
US$213
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Oct 2, 2025 with a price of US$213

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 Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$213 to US$348 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$213 which is on 2025-10-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Diego to Philadelphia.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Diego to Philadelphia.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Diego to Philadelphia that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from San Diego to Philadelphia.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Philadelphia, PA?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to San Diego, CA, US by bus?

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Train from San Diego, CA, US to Philadelphia, PA

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