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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Los Angeles to San Diego from various bus operators like FlixBus, Greyhound US or Tufesa International for the next days.

today
$25
tomorrow
$25
Monday
$23
Tuesday
$22
Wednesday
$25
Thursday
$23
Friday
$30

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 45m 12:25 PM Los Angeles Union Station 5:10 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $25
FlixBus 3h 50m 2:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station 6:20 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $25
Greyhound US 3h 30m 8:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station 11:50 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $32
Greyhound US 4h 5m 8:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station 12:25 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $38
Tufesa International 4h 5m 1:30 PM Los Angeles Downtown Bus Station 5:35 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Los Angeles to San Diego via Huntington Park, CA, you can save more than $4? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 16%
      3h 45m
      Los Angeles
      5 mi
      7:00 PM
      Huntington Park, CA
      East Florence Ave Bus Station
      10:45 PM
      San Diego
      San Ysidro Transit Center
      0 mi
      Economy
      $21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Los Angeles to San Diego via Long Beach, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      4h 0m
      0
      12:25 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      1:30 PM
      Long Beach
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      2h 50m
      0
      1:35 PM
      Long Beach
      Bus Stop
      4:25 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 45m 12:25 PM Los Angeles Union Station 5:10 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $25
FlixBus 3h 30m 2:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station 5:50 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $25
Greyhound US 4h 5m 8:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station 12:25 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $30
Greyhound US 3h 25m 8:20 AM Los Angeles Union Station 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $30
Tufesa International 2h 45m 4:00 AM Los Angeles Downtown Bus Station 6:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Los Angeles to San Diego via Huntington Park, CA, you can save more than $3? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 12%
      4h 15m
      Los Angeles
      5 mi
      12:55 PM
      Huntington Park, CA
      East Florence Ave Bus Station
      5:10 PM
      San Diego
      San Ysidro Transit Center
      0 mi
      Economy
      $22
  • Did you know that if you travel from Los Angeles to San Diego via Long Beach, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 45m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      7:35 PM
      Long Beach
      Bus Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      2h 35m
      0
      7:40 PM
      Long Beach
      Bus Stop
      10:15 PM
      San Diego
      Seaport Village
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 1h 0m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 45m 12:25 PM Los Angeles Union Station 5:10 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $23
FlixBus 3h 50m 2:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station 6:20 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $23
Greyhound US 4h 5m 8:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station 12:25 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $30
Greyhound US 3h 30m 8:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station 11:50 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $31
Tufesa International 2h 45m 2:15 AM Los Angeles Downtown Bus Station 5:00 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Los Angeles to San Diego via Anaheim, CA, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      2:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      3:55 PM
      Anaheim, CA
      Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Anaheim, CA
      Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
      5:50 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $14
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 45m 12:25 PM Los Angeles Union Station 5:10 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $22
FlixBus 3h 50m 2:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station 6:20 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $22
Greyhound US 4h 0m 8:20 AM Los Angeles Union Station 12:20 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $26
Greyhound US 3h 25m 8:20 AM Los Angeles Union Station 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $28
Tufesa International 2h 45m 2:15 AM Los Angeles Downtown Bus Station 5:00 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Los Angeles to San Diego via Anaheim, CA, you can save more than $2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      2:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      3:55 PM
      Anaheim, CA
      Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Anaheim, CA
      Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
      5:50 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $14
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $2

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 45m 12:25 PM Los Angeles Union Station 5:10 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $25
Greyhound US 4h 5m 8:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station 12:25 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $27
FlixBus 7h 45m 11:00 AM Los Angeles Union Station 6:45 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $27
Greyhound US 3h 25m 8:20 AM Los Angeles Union Station 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $28
Tufesa International 2h 45m 2:15 PM Los Angeles Downtown Bus Station 5:00 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Los Angeles to San Diego via Huntington Park, CA, you can save more than $7? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 28%
      3h 30m
      Los Angeles
      5 mi
      12:55 PM
      Huntington Park, CA
      East Florence Ave Bus Station
      4:25 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0 mi
      Economy
      $18
  • Did you know that if you travel from Los Angeles to San Diego via Anaheim, CA, you can save more than $5? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      2:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      3:55 PM
      Anaheim, CA
      Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Anaheim, CA
      Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
      5:50 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $14
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $5

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 45m 12:25 PM Los Angeles Union Station 5:10 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $23
FlixBus 3h 50m 2:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station 6:20 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $23
Greyhound US 4h 0m 8:20 AM Los Angeles Union Station 12:20 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $27
Greyhound US 3h 25m 8:20 AM Los Angeles Union Station 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $31
Tufesa International 2h 45m 4:00 AM Los Angeles Downtown Bus Station 6:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Los Angeles to San Diego via Anaheim, CA, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      2:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      3:55 PM
      Anaheim, CA
      Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Anaheim, CA
      Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
      5:50 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $14
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 4h 45m 12:25 PM Los Angeles Union Station 5:10 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $30
FlixBus 5h 15m 1:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station 6:45 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $30
Greyhound US 4h 5m 8:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station 12:25 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $31
Greyhound US 3h 25m 8:20 AM Los Angeles Union Station 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $31
Tufesa International 2h 45m 2:15 AM Los Angeles Downtown Bus Station 5:00 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center  Economy $38
  • Did you know that if you travel from Los Angeles to San Diego via Huntington Park, CA, you can save more than $9? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 30%
      2h 45m
      Los Angeles
      5 mi
      11:25 AM
      Huntington Park, CA
      East Florence Ave Bus Station
      2:10 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0 mi
      Economy
      $21
  • Did you know that if you travel from Los Angeles to San Diego via Anaheim, CA, you can save more than $10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      3h 20m
      0
      2:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      3:55 PM
      Anaheim, CA
      Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $6
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • FlixBus
      1h 50m
      0
      4:00 PM
      Anaheim, CA
      Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
      5:50 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $14
    Travel time is 0h 35m longer, but you will save $10

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Los Angeles to San Diego is $22 on 5/12/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Los Angeles and San Diego

See here how frequent the connections between Los Angeles and San Diego are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 38 daily buses from Los Angeles to San Diego. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 24 daily coaches between Los Angeles and San Diego.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 106 buses from Los Angeles to San Diego, while Night sees the fewest connections between Los Angeles and San Diego, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Los Angeles to San Diego

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Greyhound US and Tufesa International that travel 32 times every day by bus from Los Angeles to San Diego in one click! Book your bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego starting from $22!

Cheapest Bus $22
Fastest Bus 2h 45m
Earliest Bus 7:10 AM
Latest Bus 8:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes 32 Ø
Distance 111.3 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus, Greyhound US and Tufesa International

Cheapest bus connections from Los Angeles to San Diego

Every day, 32 buses from 3 bus companies leave Los Angeles for San Diego: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/09/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/03
Monday 05/04
Tuesday 05/05
Wednesday 05/06
Thursday 05/07
Friday 05/08
Saturday 05/09
$34
Sunday 05/10
$30
Monday 05/11
$41
Tuesday 05/12
$38
Wednesday 05/13
$27
Thursday 05/14
$31
Friday 05/15
$31
Saturday 05/16
$27
Sunday 05/17
$35
Monday 05/18
$26
Tuesday 05/19
$24
Wednesday 05/20
$28
Thursday 05/21
$31
Friday 05/22
$40
Saturday 05/23
$36
Sunday 05/24
$38
Monday 05/25
$38
Tuesday 05/26
$36
Wednesday 05/27
$28
Thursday 05/28
$26
Friday 05/29
$26
Saturday 05/30

The cheapest time to travel from Los Angeles to San Diego

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $22, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Los Angeles to San Diego. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $26.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Diego, with $22. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $26.

How to save money travelling from Los Angeles to San Diego

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Los Angeles to San Diego in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Los Angeles to San Diego, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Los Angeles to San Diego are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Los Angeles to San Diego

These are the most booked bus companies between Los Angeles to San Diego from our users.

FlixBus from Los Angeles to San Diego

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Los Angeles to San Diego:

Cheapest Price $22
Fastest Bus 2h 45m
Earliest Bus 10:25 AM
Last Bus 6:30 PM
Daily Connections 21 Ø
Found on 5/9/2026

Tufesa International from Los Angeles to San Diego

Tufesa International

Here you will find the key facts about the Tufesa International bus route Los Angeles to San Diego:

Cheapest Price $38
Fastest Bus 2h 45m
Earliest Bus 1:30 PM
Last Bus 2:15 PM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 5/8/2026

All bus stations and stops in Los Angeles and San Diego

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Los Angeles and San Diego.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Los Angeles to San Diego

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Los Angeles to San Diego? Or which bus companies serve the route Los Angeles to San Diego? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Los Angeles to San Diego bus

How much does a Los Angeles San Diego bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $22 and takes 4h 45m to reach San Diego. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Los Angeles to San Diego?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $22 and $77. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Diego.

On average, how many connections are available from Los Angeles to San Diego each day?

Every day, the Los Angeles to San Diego bus route is served by approximately 32 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Los Angeles to San Diego take?

The fastest bus from Los Angeles to San Diego is offered by FlixBus and takes 2h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $46. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The earliest bus arriving in San Diego from Los Angeles starts at 7:10 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Los Angeles to San Diego?

The latest bus trip departing from Los Angeles for San Diego starts at 8:20 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Los Angeles San Diego route?

When traveling by bus from Los Angeles to San Diego, passengers can travel with FlixBus, Greyhound US and Tufesa International. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Los Angeles and San Diego?

You can check all the direct connections between Los Angeles and San Diego by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus, Greyhound US and Tufesa International.

What can I take with me on the Los Angeles to San Diego bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Los Angeles San Diego bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Los Angeles San Diego bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Los Angeles to San Diego on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Los Angeles to San Diego?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 32 daily trips between Los Angeles and San Diego. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Los Angeles to San Diego?

Prices and availability for 32 trips between Los Angeles and San Diego change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Los Angeles to San Diego

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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