Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Diego to Tucson on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Greyhound StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
U of AFastest
FlixBusBus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
U of ANo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Greyhound StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 13 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
13h 25mAverage duration
365 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£49 - £157Average duration13h 25m
15kg CO₂e
Average price£62 - £111Average duration15h 28m
53kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Tucson?

    The cheapest coach tickets from San Diego to Tucson start from £49. The average price for this route is around £63. 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 journey from San Diego to Tucson?

    The average bus journey time from San Diego to Tucson is 13h 25m, covering a distance of 365 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Tucson?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Tucson at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.

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

    A bus journey from San Diego to Tucson produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from San Diego to Tucson?

    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 company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Tucson?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Diego to Tucson?

    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 Tucson?

    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
29/11
£104
30/11
£118
Today
£114
02/12
£80
03/12
£46
04/12
£56
05/12
£66
06/12
£46
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £46

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 Tucson as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £46 to £192 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £46, which is on 2025-12-03.

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.

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

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