Find coaches from San Diego, CA, US to Portland, OR

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Next departures from San Diego to Portland on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown SD (Seaport)
Portland Curbside Bus StopCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Greyhound Bus Stop
Portland Curbside Bus StopFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Portland Curbside Bus StopNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Portland Curbside Bus StopNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Portland

busbud logoWe recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 5hAverage duration
1497 kmDistance
37kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$85 - US$379Average duration1d 5h
37kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$160 - US$328Average duration1d 9h
137kg CO₂e

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Portland, OR: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$142
Average bus trip duration1d 5h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure06:45
Distance1496 km
Latest bus departure19:35

San Diego to Portland Bus

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

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

    The bus ticket price from San Diego to Portland starts at US$85. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Diego to Portland 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 San Diego to Portland?

    The average travel time between San Diego and Portland is around 1d 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1503 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from San Diego to Portland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Diego to Portland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from San Diego to Portland?

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

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to Portland?

    Buses travelling between San Diego and Portland leave from Mission Valley Sheraton or Old Town Courtyard Marriot and arrive at Portland Union Station, Portland Airport, NW Everett & NW 8th Ave.

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$281
29/10
US$293
Today
US$298
31/10
US$317
01/11
US$222
02/11
US$185
03/11
US$105
04/11
US$104
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Portland, OR was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$104

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 Portland, OR as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$104 to US$317 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$104, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Diego and Portland!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Diego to Portland, 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 Diego to Portland will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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 Portland.

Did you know?

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

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

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