Busbud recommends taking the train from San Diego to Fresno
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Fresno. The journey takes about 10 hours 2 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
9train per day
10h 2mAverage Duration
US$52Cheapest ticket
46kgCO₂ emissions
Bus San Diego, CA, US to Fresno, US: Trip Overview
Based on 10245 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$44
FlixBus San Diego Fresno recent customer reviews
itinerary was literally changed on me last minute while already on the bus then they lost my luggage on transfer a bunch of red flags!!
1 out of 5 stars
Cianna D.
Your driver was kind of rude he said if phones were not on earphones he would pull over and wait till he couldn't hear it anymore but that had nothing to do with other passengers.i might just take amtrak next time.
Based on 237 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Los Limousines ticket prices on this trip start at US$74
FlixBus San Diego Fresno recent customer reviews
itinerary was literally changed on me last minute while already on the bus then they lost my luggage on transfer a bunch of red flags!!
1 out of 5 stars
Cianna D.
Your driver was kind of rude he said if phones were not on earphones he would pull over and wait till he couldn't hear it anymore but that had nothing to do with other passengers.i might just take amtrak next time.
Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the ticket access. Limousine ticket prices on this trip start at US$70
FlixBus San Diego Fresno recent customer reviews
itinerary was literally changed on me last minute while already on the bus then they lost my luggage on transfer a bunch of red flags!!
1 out of 5 stars
Cianna D.
Your driver was kind of rude he said if phones were not on earphones he would pull over and wait till he couldn't hear it anymore but that had nothing to do with other passengers.i might just take amtrak next time.
Based on 87204 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$49
FlixBus San Diego Fresno recent customer reviews
itinerary was literally changed on me last minute while already on the bus then they lost my luggage on transfer a bunch of red flags!!
1 out of 5 stars
Cianna D.
Your driver was kind of rude he said if phones were not on earphones he would pull over and wait till he couldn't hear it anymore but that had nothing to do with other passengers.i might just take amtrak next time.
Based on 5422 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$51
FlixBus San Diego Fresno recent customer reviews
itinerary was literally changed on me last minute while already on the bus then they lost my luggage on transfer a bunch of red flags!!
1 out of 5 stars
Cianna D.
Your driver was kind of rude he said if phones were not on earphones he would pull over and wait till he couldn't hear it anymore but that had nothing to do with other passengers.i might just take amtrak next time.
Based on 678 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Tufesa ticket prices on this trip start at US$64
FlixBus San Diego Fresno recent customer reviews
itinerary was literally changed on me last minute while already on the bus then they lost my luggage on transfer a bunch of red flags!!
1 out of 5 stars
Cianna D.
Your driver was kind of rude he said if phones were not on earphones he would pull over and wait till he couldn't hear it anymore but that had nothing to do with other passengers.i might just take amtrak next time.
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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Diego to Fresno, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Fresno?
Carl's Jr., 5275 W Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93722, USAW Shaw Ave
Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Fresno, US
What is the distance between San Diego and Fresno?
The distance covered from San Diego to Fresno is 508 km (315 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Diego to Fresno?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego, and end it at Amtrak Station, in Fresno.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08-23
US$58
08-24
US$42
Today
US$44
08-26
US$38
08-27
US$38
08-28
US$38
08-29
US$42
08-30
US$40
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Fresno, US was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of US$38
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Fresno, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$38 to US$149 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Fresno, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$38 which is on 2025-08-26.
Usually Los Limousines, Greyhound 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.
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Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends taking the train from San Diego to Fresno
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Fresno, US was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of US$38
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
