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

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Next departures for San Diego to Reno on December 6
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Old Town San Diego
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

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:04 AM PST.

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 $130, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
21h 10mAverage Duration
775 kmDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 $130. The average price for this route is around $208. 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 travel time from San Diego to Reno is 21h 10m, covering a distance of 775 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 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times 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 19 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 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 5597 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

    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 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
12-03
$193
12-04
$193
Today
$193
12-06
$193
12-07
$193
12-08
$193
12-09
No data
12-10
$128
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Reno was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $128

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 $128 to $370 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 $128 which is on 2025-12-10.

Usually Greyhound 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.

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