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What is the best way to travel from San Diego to Seattle, WA?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Seattle, WA from San Diego. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
30h 35m
$172
$188
9
Flight
3h 18m
$121
$312
89

What is the cheapest way to reach Seattle, WA from San Diego?

You can get to Seattle, WA with just $121 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Friday
from $183
Saturday
from $178
Sunday
from $121
Monday
from $172
Tuesday
Wednesday
from $296
Thursday
from $184

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    54h 15m
    0
    7:35 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $183
  • FlixBus
    53h 55m
    0
    7:55 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $183
  • FlixBus
    35h 5m
    0
    1:45 PM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $190
  • Greyhound US
    51h 50m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $196
  • Greyhound US
    30h 35m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:20 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $208

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    54h 15m
    0
    7:35 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $178
  • FlixBus
    53h 55m
    0
    7:55 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $178
  • Greyhound US
    30h 35m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:20 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $180
  • Greyhound US
    31h 5m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $183
  • FlixBus
    32h 55m
    0
    3:55 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $187

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    18h 48m
    0
    3:18 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:06 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $121
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 51m
    0
    10:01 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    8:52 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $319
  • Skyscanner
    5h 40m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:55 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $341
  • United Airlines
    7h 17m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    1:47 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $341
  • American Airlines
    19h 35m
    0
    3:06 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:41 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $591

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    31h 5m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $172
  • FlixBus
    32h 35m
    0
    4:15 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $172
  • FlixBus
    32h 55m
    0
    3:55 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $173
  • Greyhound US
    30h 35m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:20 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $174
  • FlixBus
    35h 5m
    0
    1:45 PM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $174
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 25m
    0
    3:05 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    9:30 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $211
  • American Airlines
    22h 32m
    0
    12:23 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    10:55 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $224
  • Alaska Airlines
    6h 13m
    0
    1:48 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    8:01 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $289
  • United Airlines
    8h 56m
    0
    12:50 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    9:46 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $341
  • Skyscanner
    4h 25m
    0
    5:05 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    9:30 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $409

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Alaska Airlines
    5h 11m
    0
    12:55 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    6:06 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $296
  • Skyscanner
    4h 29m
    0
    10:26 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    2:55 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $296
  • Alaska Airlines
    3h 18m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    9:33 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $299
  • Skyscanner
    5h 40m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:55 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $302
  • United Airlines
    7h 17m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    1:47 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $302

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    35h 5m
    0
    1:45 PM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $184
  • FlixBus
    32h 55m
    0
    3:55 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $200
  • FlixBus
    32h 35m
    0
    4:15 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $201
  • Greyhound US
    30h 35m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:20 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $216
  • Greyhound US
    31h 5m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $218

What are the fastest trips from San Diego to Seattle, WA?

You can get to Seattle, WA from San Diego in just 3h 18m with a Flight from Alaska Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Friday
from 30h 35m
Saturday
from 30h 35m
Sunday
from 5h 40m
Monday
from 4h 25m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 3h 18m
Thursday
from 30h 35m

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    30h 35m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:20 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $208
  • FlixBus
    35h 5m
    0
    1:45 PM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $190
  • Greyhound US
    51h 50m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $196
  • FlixBus
    53h 55m
    0
    7:55 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $183
  • FlixBus
    54h 15m
    0
    7:35 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $183

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    30h 35m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:20 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $180
  • Greyhound US
    31h 5m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $183
  • FlixBus
    32h 55m
    0
    3:55 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $187
  • FlixBus
    53h 55m
    0
    7:55 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $178
  • FlixBus
    54h 15m
    0
    7:35 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $178

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Skyscanner
    5h 40m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:55 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $341
  • United Airlines
    7h 17m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    1:47 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $341
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 51m
    0
    10:01 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    8:52 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $319
  • Frontier Airlines
    18h 48m
    0
    3:18 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:06 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $121
  • American Airlines
    19h 35m
    0
    3:06 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:41 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $591

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Skyscanner
    4h 25m
    0
    5:05 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    9:30 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $409
  • Alaska Airlines
    6h 13m
    0
    1:48 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    8:01 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $289
  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 25m
    0
    3:05 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    9:30 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $211
  • United Airlines
    8h 56m
    0
    12:50 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    9:46 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $341
  • American Airlines
    22h 32m
    0
    12:23 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    10:55 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $224
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    30h 35m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:20 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $174
  • Greyhound US
    31h 5m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $172
  • FlixBus
    32h 35m
    0
    4:15 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $172
  • FlixBus
    32h 55m
    0
    3:55 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $173
  • FlixBus
    35h 5m
    0
    1:45 PM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $174

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Alaska Airlines
    3h 18m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    9:33 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $299
  • Skyscanner
    4h 29m
    0
    10:26 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    2:55 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $296
  • Alaska Airlines
    5h 11m
    0
    12:55 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    6:06 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $296
  • Skyscanner
    5h 40m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:55 AM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $302
  • United Airlines
    7h 17m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    1:47 PM
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    Seattle/Tacoma Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $302

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    30h 35m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:20 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $216
  • Greyhound US
    31h 5m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:50 PM
    Seattle, WA
    Padelford Hall (PDL)
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $218
  • FlixBus
    32h 35m
    0
    4:15 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $201
  • FlixBus
    32h 55m
    0
    3:55 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $200
  • FlixBus
    35h 5m
    0
    1:45 PM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    12:50 AM
    Seattle, WA
    Amtrak King Street Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $184
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from San Diego to Seattle, WA

What are the most popular stations in San Diego and Seattle, WA?

In San Diego, you will usually depart from San Ysidro Transit Center, University Av & Bancroft St Bus Stop or Old Town Transit Center, while in Seattle, WA you will be arriving at Convention Center, Greyhound Bus Station or Amtrak King Street Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Seattle, WA from San Diego? With 5 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between San Diego and Seattle, WA, you can pay as low as $121 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Alaska Airlines: you will get to Seattle, WA in just 3h 18m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting San Diego and Seattle, WA are FlixBus, Greyhound US and Alaska Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in San Diego and Seattle, WA is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from San Diego Airport or to Clyde Hill, WA, and look at flights from Tijuana Airport, and landing at Seattle/Tacoma Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from San Diego to Seattle, WA?

The most popular companies between San Diego and Seattle, WA, are FlixBus, Greyhound US and Alaska Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US

Airlines: Alaska Airlines, Skyscanner, United Airlines and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from San Diego to Seattle, WA

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San Diego to Seattle, WA. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from San Diego to Seattle, WA

How can I reach Seattle, WA from San Diego?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Seattle, WA from San Diego.

How far is Seattle, WA from San Diego?

The distance between San Diego and Seattle, WA is 1,063.8 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San Diego and Seattle, WA?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 46 kgs of CO2, a train 60 kgs, a car 291 kgs, and a flight 421 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from San Diego to Seattle, WA?

You can get to Seattle, WA with just $121 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Seattle, WA?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Seattle, WA in just 3h 18m with a Flight from Alaska Airlines.

More routes to San Diego and to Seattle, WA

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to San Diego and to Seattle, WA. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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