Find coaches from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US

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Next departures from San Jose to San Diego on 26 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Santa Fe DepotCheapest
FlixBus
Diridon Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationFastest
FlixBus
Diridon Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to San Diego

Bus
Average priceUS$45 - US$169Average duration13h
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$79 - US$169Average duration18h 59m
61kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 13 hours and with fares starting at just US$45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
13hAverage duration
US$45Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket priceUS$63
Average bus trip duration13h
Number of daily buses17
Earliest bus departure00:40
Distance416 miles
Latest bus departure23:10

San Jose to San Diego Bus

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

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

    The journey from San Jose to San Diego by coach covers an approximate distance of 417 miles (672 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach San Diego from San Jose without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
23/09
US$73
24/09
US$67
Today
US$85
26/09
US$90
27/09
US$61
28/09
US$61
29/09
US$56
30/09
US$52
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 30 Sept 2025 with a price of US$52

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

You can expect to pay from US$52 to US$156 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$52, which is on 2025-09-30.

Usually Amtrak 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Jose to San Diego but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Jose to San Diego, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Jose to San Diego will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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