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

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Next departures for San Diego to Santa Clara on December 1
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AmtrakBus
Santa Fe Depot
Santa Ana Regional Transportation CenterNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Santa Clara

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Clara. The journey takes about 1 hour 54 minutes, and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22train per day
1h 54mAverage Duration
127 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$21 - $21Average Duration2h 5m
3kg CO₂e
Average Price$45 - $45Average Duration1h 54m
12kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Santa Clara, 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 San Diego to Santa Clara?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Santa Clara start from $21. The average price for this route is around $21. 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 Santa Clara?

    The average bus travel time from San Diego to Santa Clara is 2h 5m, covering a distance of 132 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 9m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Santa Clara at 9:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

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

    A bus trip from San Diego to Santa Clara generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-29
$171
11-30
$159
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12-02
$155
12-03
$155
12-04
$155
12-05
$155
12-06
$155
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Santa Clara, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $155

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 Santa Clara, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $155 to $172 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Santa Clara, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $155 which is on 2025-12-02.

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