Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to San Diego, CA, US

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Next departures from Washington to San Diego on 6 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Union Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Union Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Union Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Union Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to San Diego

Bus
Average priceUS$159 - US$457Average duration3d 6h
92kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$298 - US$1,685Average duration3d
333kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 3 days, 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
3d 6hAverage duration
US$159Cheapest ticket
92kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$262
Average bus trip duration3d 6h
Number of daily buses22
Earliest bus departure05:50
Distance2275 miles
Latest bus departure22:45

Washington to San Diego Bus

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

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

    The distance between Washington and San Diego by coach is approximately 2268 miles (3657 km).

  2. How can I travel from Washington to San Diego avoiding air travel?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. 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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US$278
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US$263
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 6 Oct 2025 with a price of US$263

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

You can expect to pay from US$263 to US$319 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, 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$263, which is on 2025-10-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Washington 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.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Washington to San Diego.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington 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 Washington to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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.

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

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