How much does a bus ticket from San Diego to Philadelphia cost?

The bus ticket price from San Diego to Philadelphia starts at US$218. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Diego to Philadelphia 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!

How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Philadelphia?

The average travel time between San Diego and Philadelphia is around 3d 2h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 19h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3815 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between San Diego and Philadelphia?

The number of buses from San Diego to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 49 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Diego to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from San Diego to Philadelphia?

When taking the bus from San Diego to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to Philadelphia?

Buses travelling between San Diego and Philadelphia leave from Mission Valley Sheraton or Old Town Courtyard Marriot and arrive at Philadelphia Airport, Independence Travel Center, #2842 St.Vincent St.

Bus San Diego to Philadelphia from US$218 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Diego to Philadelphia on 31 October
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	3d 13h	11:40	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	3d	23:25	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	3d 22h	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags
	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	3d 1h	23:35	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	19:35	Greyhound Bus Stop	3d 10h	09:30	Philadelphia (Logan Square)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 3 days, 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$218, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

49bus per day

3d 2hAverage duration

3813 kmDistance

95kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$218 - US$456	Average duration3d 2h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$490 - US$706	Average duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 347kg CO₂e

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$310

Average bus trip duration3d 2h

Number of daily buses49

Earliest bus departure07:35

Distance3812 km

Latest bus departure19:35

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 345 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 138 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 557 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, Sindbad, Infobus, Gontijo, Rider Express

San Diego to Philadelphia Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from San Diego to Philadelphia is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Diego to Philadelphia, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Philadelphia?

Stops in San Diego

A - Mission Valley Sheraton

B - Old Town Courtyard Marriot

C - Downtown Holiday Inn

D - Greyhound Station

E - Market St. & Park Blvd

F - San Ysidro McDonald's

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

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

How much does a bus ticket from San Diego to Philadelphia cost?
The bus ticket price from San Diego to Philadelphia starts at US$218. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Diego to Philadelphia 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!
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Philadelphia?
The average travel time between San Diego and Philadelphia is around 3d 2h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 19h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3815 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between San Diego and Philadelphia?
The number of buses from San Diego to Philadelphia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 49 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Diego to Philadelphia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from San Diego to Philadelphia?
When taking the bus from San Diego to Philadelphia, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to Philadelphia?
Buses travelling between San Diego and Philadelphia leave from Mission Valley Sheraton or Old Town Courtyard Marriot and arrive at Philadelphia Airport, Independence Travel Center, #2842 St.Vincent St.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Diego to Philadelphia that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from San Diego to Philadelphia.

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.

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.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time3d 2h	Avg priceUS$310	Daily departures49
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2d 23h	Avg priceUS$631	Daily departures5

Will you be returning to San Diego, CA, US by bus?

Bus from Philadelphia, PA to San Diego, CA, US

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Train from San Diego, CA, US to Philadelphia, PA

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