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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | Greyhound Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Detroit Bus Station | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 9 hours 27 minutes and with fares starting at just £236, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Detroit and San Diego?
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Detroit, MI to San Diego, CA, US
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to San Diego?
The cheapest coach tickets from Detroit to San Diego start from £106. The average price for this route is around £293. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Detroit to San Diego?
The average bus journey time from Detroit to San Diego is 2d 17h, covering a distance of 1961 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 10h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to San Diego route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to San Diego at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to San Diego?
A bus journey from Detroit to San Diego produces an estimated 79 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Detroit to San Diego?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to San Diego?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Detroit to San Diego?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Detroit to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £237To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £237 to £454 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £237, which is on 2025-12-10.
What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to San Diego, CA, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
