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  • Departure time: 18 October at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Arrival time: 21 October at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 October at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Arrival time: 21 October at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 October at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Arrival time: 21 October at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 October at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Arrival time: 21 October at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 October at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Pittsburgh Intermodal Station
    Arrival time: 21 October at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Downtown SD (Seaport)
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh to San Diego

Bus
Average priceUS$159 - US$596Average duration2d 16h
85kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$413 - US$457Average duration2d 15h
310kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Pittsburgh to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 2 days, 16 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
2d 16hAverage duration
US$159Cheapest ticket
85kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket priceUS$221
Average bus trip duration2d 16h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure01:35
Distance2108 miles
Latest bus departure18:30

Pittsburgh to San Diego Bus

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

  1. How far is San Diego from Pittsburgh by coach?

    The journey from Pittsburgh to San Diego by coach covers an approximate distance of 2111 miles (3405 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Pittsburgh to San Diego without flying?

    To travel from Pittsburgh to San Diego without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 31 Aug 2025 with a price of US$120

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

You can expect to pay from US$120 to US$150 for a bus ticket from Pittsburgh to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$120, which is on 2025-08-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Pittsburgh to San Diego, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Pittsburgh to San Diego.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Pittsburgh to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Pittsburgh by bus?

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