How much is the bus ticket from Tucson to San Diego?

The cheapest bus tickets from Tucson to San Diego start at R 1 200. The average price for this route is around R 1 628. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Tucson to San Diego?

The average bus journey time from Tucson to San Diego is 15h 25m, covering a distance of 592 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Tucson to San Diego route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tucson to San Diego?

The earliest bus departs from Tucson to San Diego at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tucson to San Diego?

A bus trip from Tucson to San Diego produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Tucson to San Diego?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tucson to San Diego?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tucson to San Diego?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tucson to San Diego?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Tucson to San Diego from R 1 084 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Tucson to San Diego on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:55	Greyhound Station	17h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Greyhound Station	17h 40m	15:55	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Greyhound Station	18h 10m	16:25	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags

Next departures from Tucson to San Diego on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Greyhound Station	18h 10m	16:25	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
	Bus	08:00	Greyhound Station	10h 45m	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
	Bus	06:30	U of A	12h 40m	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	06:30	U of A	12h 15m	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	18:55	Greyhound Station	17h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Tucson to San Diego on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Greyhound Station	15h 25m	13:40	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Cheapest
	Bus	06:30	U of A	12h 5m	17:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:30	U of A	12h 40m	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	06:30	U of A	18h 20m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	08:00	Greyhound Station	16h 50m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Tucson to San Diego on 11 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:15	Greyhound Station	15h 25m	13:40	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Cheapest
	Bus	06:30	U of A	12h 5m	17:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:30	U of A	12h 40m	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	06:30	U of A	18h 20m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	08:00	Greyhound Station	16h 50m	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Tucson to San Diego on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:00	Greyhound Station	14h 45m	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Cheapest
	Bus	08:00	Greyhound Station	10h 45m	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
	Bus	06:30	U of A	12h 40m	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	06:30	U of A	12h 15m	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	18:55	Greyhound Station	17h 50m	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tucson to San Diego

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 14 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 505, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

14h 35mAverage duration

588 kmDistance

53kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 200 - R 4 564	Average duration15h 25m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 505 - R 2 861	Average duration14h 35m	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tucson and San Diego?

Stops in Tucson

A
Greyhound Station
801 E 12th St, Tucson, AZ 85719
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B
S 12th Ave
5550 S 12th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706, USA
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C
Arco - 802 W Speedway Blvd
802 W Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85745, USA
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Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 556 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 420 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87420 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 200

Greyhound Tucson San Diego recent customer reviews

Not comfortable did not sit next to my son.. no perks available such as movie veing provided like other bus lines .. uncomfortable seats ,noisy , dirty, very questionable strange passengers .. not felt safe didn’t enjoy my trip

Natalie E.

22 October 2019

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tucson to San Diego, CA, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Tucson to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Tucson to San Diego start at R 1 200. The average price for this route is around R 1 628. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Tucson to San Diego?
The average bus journey time from Tucson to San Diego is 15h 25m, covering a distance of 592 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Tucson to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tucson to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Tucson to San Diego at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tucson to San Diego?
A bus trip from Tucson to San Diego produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Tucson to San Diego?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Tucson to San Diego?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tucson to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tucson to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

06/12

R 1 957

07/12

R 2 062

Today

R 1 992

09/12

R 1 887

10/12

R 1 337

11/12

R 1 608

12/12

R 1 617

13/12

R 1 188

The cheapest trip from Tucson to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 188

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 188 to R 2 263 for a bus ticket from Tucson to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 188, which is on 2025-12-13.

Usually Greyhound, 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.