What is the distance between Palm Springs and San Diego?

The distance separating Palm Springs and San Diego is 85 miles (137 km).

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

If you're headed to San Diego from Palm Springs, chances are that your bus will leave from Palm Springs Airport and arrive at Mission Valley Sheraton. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

Once in San Diego, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are USS Midway Museum, Pacific Surf School, La Jolla Cove, SeaWorld San Diego and Old Town.

Bus Palm Springs to San Diego from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Palm Springs to San Diego on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:55am	Palm Springs	5h 35m	5:30pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
	Bus	11:55am	Palm Springs	5h	4:55pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	Bus	1:15pm	Palm Springs North	7h 50m	9:05pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
	Bus	1:15pm	Palm Springs North	8h 15m	9:30pm	Downtown SD (Seaport)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	4:40pm	Palm Springs North	7h 10m	11:50pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Palm Springs to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 6 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

6h 15mAverage Duration

77 milesDistance

3kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $127	Average Duration6h 15m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$64 - $75	Average Duration7h 48m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,591 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5591 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $38

Amtrak Palm Springs San Diego recent customer reviews

train was delayed 2.5 hours

Marcus D.

March 11, 2024

Bus location sign in Palm Springs could be a bit clearer

Christine T.

October 8, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,356 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,378 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Palm Springs and San Diego?

Stops in Palm Springs

A - Palm Springs Airport

B - Garnet Ave

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Palm Springs to San Diego, CA, US by bus

What is the distance between Palm Springs and San Diego?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Palm Springs to San Diego?
What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

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