Find coaches from Bakersfield to San Diego, CA, US

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Next departures from Bakersfield to San Diego on 2 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
16th St (Bakersfield)
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)Cheapest
Amtrak
Amtrak Station
Old Town San DiegoFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
16th St (Bakersfield)
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
FlixBus
16th St (Bakersfield)
UCSD Health La Jolla StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
16th St (Bakersfield)
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags

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Bus Bakersfield to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$60
Average bus trip duration7h 20m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure04:55
Distance195 miles
Latest bus departure17:15

Bakersfield to San Diego Bus

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

  1. What's the distance between Bakersfield and San Diego by coach?

    The distance between Bakersfield and San Diego by coach is approximately 210 miles (339 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Bakersfield to San Diego without a car?

    The best way to go from Bakersfield to San Diego without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/09
US$42
30/09
US$38
Today
US$39
02/10
US$38
03/10
US$34
04/10
US$39
05/10
US$40
06/10
US$36
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bakersfield to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 3 Oct 2025 with a price of US$34

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

You can expect to pay from US$34 to US$141 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$34, which is on 2025-10-03.

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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Did you know?

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

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.

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.

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