Find coaches from El Monte, US to San Diego, CA, US

Next departures

Next departures from El Monte to San Diego on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
El Monte Bus Station
UCSD Health La Jolla StationCheapest
Los Limousines
El Monte Bus Station
Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
El Monte Bus Station
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
El Monte Bus Station
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus
Baldwin Park/El Monte
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags

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Get from El Monte to San Diego

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The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day
6h 50mAverage duration
167 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus El Monte, US to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$48
Average bus trip duration6h 50m
Number of daily buses21
Earliest bus departure03:55
Distance166 km
Latest bus departure20:30

El Monte to San Diego Bus

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

  1. How much does a bus ticket from El Monte to San Diego cost?

    The bus ticket price from El Monte to San Diego starts at US$25. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from El Monte to San Diego is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from El Monte to San Diego?

    The average travel time between El Monte and San Diego is around 6h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 172 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between El Monte and San Diego?

    The number of buses from El Monte to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 21 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from El Monte to San Diego by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from El Monte to San Diego?

    When taking the bus from El Monte to San Diego, you can travel comfortably and safely with Los Limousines, FlixBus, Greyhound.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$25
29/10
US$17
Today
US$18
31/10
US$38
01/11
US$18
02/11
US$39
03/11
No data
04/11
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from El Monte, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$17

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

You can expect to pay from US$17 to US$81 for a bus ticket from El Monte, 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$18, which is on 2025-11-01.

Usually Los Limousines, FlixBus 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from El Monte 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 El Monte to San Diego.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from El Monte to San Diego while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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

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.

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