Bus Tickets from Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA, US

TodayJul 30
from US$100
TomorrowJul 31
from US$101
FriAug 1
from US$56
SatAug 2
from US$53
SunAug 3
from US$100
MonAug 4
from US$51
TueAug 5
from US$49
WedAug 6
from US$71

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Phoenix E Jefferson St
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
    Operated by: Los LimousinesLos Limousines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Phoenix Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Phoenix Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Phoenix Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Phoenix
    Departure location: Phoenix Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Phoenix to San Diego

Bus
Average PriceUS$43 - US$203Average Duration12h 50m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle
Average PriceUS$138 - US$203Average Duration7h 10m
15kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the shuttle from Phoenix to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5shuttle per day
7h 10mAverage Duration
US$138Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$95
Average Bus Trip Duration12h 50m
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure12:05am
Distance472 km
Latest bus departure10:50pm

Phoenix to San Diego Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Phoenix to San Diego. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Phoenix to San Diego from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Diego from Phoenix, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Phoenix, AZ - San Diego, CA, US

  1. What is the travel distance from Phoenix to San Diego?

    It's about 482 km (299 miles) from Phoenix to San Diego.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Phoenix to San Diego?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at N 27th Ave, in Phoenix, and end it at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-28
US$173
07-29
US$90
Today
US$90
07-31
US$92
08-01
US$48
08-02
US$45
08-03
US$90
08-04
US$43
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Aug 4, 2025 with a price of US$43

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

You can expect to pay from US$43 to US$173 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$43 which is on 2025-08-04.

Usually LLIO, Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Phoenix and San Diego!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Phoenix to San Diego, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Phoenix to San Diego.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Phoenix to San Diego while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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