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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Old Town San Diego | Madera, CA | Cheapest | |||||
 | Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA) | Madera S C St | Fastest | |||||
| Santa Fe Depot | Madera, CA | No tags | |||||
 | Greyhound Bus Stop | Madera Bus Stop | No tags | |||||
| Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA) | Madera S C St | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 4:12 PM PST.
Get from San Diego to Madera
The journey takes about 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Madera?
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
Stops in Madera
- A18770 Rd 26, Madera, CA 93638, USA
- B118 E. Yosemite Ave, CA 93638 , USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Madera by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Madera?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Madera start from $56. The average price for this route is around $85. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Madera?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Madera is 11h 10m, covering a distance of 351 miles (566 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 10m and is operated by Los Limousines.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Madera route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Los Limousines, Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Madera?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Madera at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Madera?
A bus trip from San Diego to Madera generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego to Madera?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Madera?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Madera?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 San Diego to Madera?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Madera was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $64To 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 Madera, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $64 to $108 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Madera based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2025-12-09.
Usually Greyhound 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.
