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Compare all timetables for the bus from New York to San Diego

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from New York to San Diego from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today
$267
tomorrow
$207
Sunday
$301
Monday
$309
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
$358

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 74h 15m 11:00 PM New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 10:15 PM San Diego Seaport Village  Economy $267
Greyhound US 73h 30m 3:40 PM New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 2:10 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $267
Greyhound US 73h 0m 3:40 PM New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 1:40 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $267
FlixBus 76h 0m 9:15 PM New York Chinatown 10:15 PM San Diego Seaport Village  Economy $267
FlixBus 73h 45m 7:00 PM New York West 34th Street 5:45 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $268

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 80h 55m 10:30 AM New York West 34th Street 4:25 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $207
FlixBus 77h 0m 9:45 AM New York West 34th Street 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $208
FlixBus 76h 45m 10:00 AM New York Chinatown 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $210
Greyhound US 80h 55m 5:50 AM New York G. Washington Bridge Bus Station 11:45 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $211
Greyhound US 69h 45m 11:00 PM New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 5:45 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $245

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 81h 10m 9:45 AM New York West 34th Street 3:55 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $301
FlixBus 77h 35m 9:15 PM New York Chinatown 11:50 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $303
FlixBus 76h 0m 9:15 PM New York Chinatown 10:15 PM San Diego Seaport Village  Economy $303
Greyhound US 74h 15m 11:00 PM New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 10:15 PM San Diego Seaport Village  Economy $313
Greyhound US 70h 0m 10:35 PM New York G. Washington Bridge Bus Station 5:35 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $331
  • Did you know that if you travel from New York to San Diego via Newark, you can save more than $33? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      87h 55m
      0
      5:50 AM
      New York
      G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
      6:20 AM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 17h 15m
    • FlixBus
      70h 10m
      0
      11:35 PM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      6:45 PM
      San Diego
      San Ysidro Transit Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $264
    Travel time is 20h 55m longer, but you will save $33

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 76h 40m 12:30 PM New York 31st & 8th Ave 2:10 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $309
Greyhound US 73h 30m 3:40 PM New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 2:10 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $310
Greyhound US 73h 0m 3:40 PM New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 1:40 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $310
Greyhound US 78h 30m 10:10 AM New York G. Washington Bridge Bus Station 1:40 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $322
FlixBus 81h 40m 7:00 AM New York Chinatown 1:40 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $322
  • Did you know that if you travel from New York to San Diego via Newark, you can save more than $41? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      87h 55m
      0
      5:50 AM
      New York
      G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
      6:20 AM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 17h 15m
    • FlixBus
      70h 10m
      0
      11:35 PM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      6:45 PM
      San Diego
      San Ysidro Transit Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $264
    Travel time is 17h 55m longer, but you will save $41

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 67h 35m 1:35 AM New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 6:10 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $358
Greyhound US 67h 0m 1:35 AM New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 5:35 PM San Diego La Jolla Village  Economy $360
FlixBus 79h 10m 10:00 AM New York Chinatown 2:10 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $360
FlixBus 76h 40m 12:30 PM New York 31st & 8th Ave 2:10 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $360
Greyhound US 67h 10m 1:35 AM New York Port Authority Bus Terminal 5:45 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center  Economy $361
  • Did you know that if you travel from New York to San Diego via Newark, you can save more than $90? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      87h 55m
      0
      5:50 AM
      New York
      G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
      6:20 AM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 17h 15m
    • FlixBus
      70h 10m
      0
      11:35 PM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      6:45 PM
      San Diego
      San Ysidro Transit Center
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $264
    Travel time is 23h 55m longer, but you will save $90

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from New York to San Diego is $203 on 12/6/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between New York and San Diego

See here how frequent the connections between New York and San Diego are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 55 daily buses from New York to San Diego. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 40 daily coaches between New York and San Diego.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 108 buses from New York to San Diego, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between New York and San Diego, with 9 offers.

Facts about the bus from New York to San Diego

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 50 times every day by bus from New York to San Diego in one click! Book your bus ticket from New York to San Diego starting from $203!

Cheapest Bus $203
Fastest Bus 64h 0m
Earliest Bus 1:35 AM
Latest Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes 50 Ø
Distance 2,427.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from New York to San Diego

Every day, 50 buses from 2 bus companies leave New York for San Diego: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/05/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/30
Monday 12/01
Tuesday 12/02
Wednesday 12/03
Thursday 12/04
Friday 12/05
$267
Saturday 12/06
$203
Sunday 12/07
$301
Monday 12/08
$309
Tuesday 12/09
Wednesday 12/10
Thursday 12/11
$358
Friday 12/12
Saturday 12/13
Sunday 12/14
$270
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
Friday 12/19
Saturday 12/20
Sunday 12/21
Monday 12/22
Tuesday 12/23
Wednesday 12/24
Thursday 12/25
Friday 12/26
Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from New York to San Diego

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from New York to San Diego, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $203, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from New York to San Diego. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $358.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from New York to San Diego, with $203. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $267.

How to save money travelling from New York 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 New York 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 New York 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 New York to San Diego are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in New York and San Diego

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from New York to San Diego

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

FAQs about the New York to San Diego bus

How much does a New York San Diego bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $203 and takes 77h 55m to reach San Diego. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from New York to San Diego?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $203 and $419. 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 New York to San Diego each day?

Every day, the New York to San Diego bus route is served by approximately 50 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from New York to San Diego take?

The fastest bus from New York to San Diego is offered by Greyhound US and takes 64h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $286. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from New York to San Diego?

The earliest bus arriving in San Diego from New York starts at 1:35 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 New York to San Diego?

The latest bus trip departing from New York for San Diego starts at 11:59 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 New York San Diego route?

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

Is there a direct bus between New York and San Diego?

You can check all the direct connections between New York 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 and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the New York 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 New York 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 New York 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 New York to San Diego on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route New York to San Diego

Economy
Economy

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

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