How far is Temecula from San Diego?

About 53 miles (85 km) separate Temecula and San Diego.

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 La Jolla Cove, Botanical Building and Lily Pond, Cabrillo National Monument, Torrey Pines Gliderport and San Diego Bay Waterfront.

Bus Temecula to San Diego from $11 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Temecula to San Diego on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40pm	TEMECULA	1h 30m	6:10pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
Bus	4:40pm	TEMECULA	55m	5:35pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
Bus	3:12am	Temecula Rancho California	1h 5m	4:17am	San Diego University Avenue	No tags
Bus	11:12am	Temecula Rancho California	1h 5m	12:17pm	San Diego University Avenue	No tags
Bus	2:12pm	Temecula Rancho California	1h 5m	3:17pm	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Next departures for Temecula to San Diego on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40pm	TEMECULA	1h 30m	6:10pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
Bus	4:40pm	TEMECULA	55m	5:35pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
Bus	3:12am	Temecula Rancho California	1h 5m	4:17am	San Diego University Avenue	No tags
Bus	11:12am	Temecula Rancho California	1h 5m	12:17pm	San Diego University Avenue	No tags
Bus	2:12pm	Temecula Rancho California	1h 5m	3:17pm	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

Next departures for Temecula to San Diego on November 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:40pm	TEMECULA	1h 30m	6:10pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
Bus	4:40pm	TEMECULA	55m	5:35pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
Bus	3:12am	Temecula Rancho California	1h 5m	4:17am	San Diego University Avenue	No tags
Bus	11:12am	Temecula Rancho California	1h 5m	12:17pm	San Diego University Avenue	No tags
Bus	2:12pm	Temecula Rancho California	1h 5m	3:17pm	San Diego University Avenue	No tags

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Get from Temecula to San Diego

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1h 5mAverage Duration

43 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

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Las Vegas Shuttles

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Staff4.5

Timeliness2.2

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.2

FlixBus

3.5/511,304 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.

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

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

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

$17

11/12

$17

Today

$17

11/14

$16

11/15

$16

11/16

$21

11/17

No data

11/18

$17

The cheapest trip from Temecula to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Nov 14, 2025 with a price of $16

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

You can expect to pay from $16 to $51 for a bus ticket from Temecula to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2025-11-14.

Usually Las Vegas Shuttles 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.