Find coaches from San Diego, CA, US to Lafayette, LA

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from US$155
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 26 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Lafayette
    Destination location: Lafayette Transit System
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 26 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Lafayette
    Destination location: Lafayette Transit System
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Lafayette
    Destination location: Lafayette Transit System
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Lafayette
    Destination location: TA Travel Center - Lafayette
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 26 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 28 August at
    Destination city: Lafayette
    Destination location: Lafayette Transit System
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Lafayette

Bus
Average priceUS$138 - US$285Average duration1d 21h
60kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$279 - US$280Average duration1d 23h
218kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Lafayette

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day
1d 21hAverage duration
US$138Cheapest ticket
60kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Lafayette, LA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$212
Average bus trip duration1d 21h
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure07:15
Distance1488 miles
Latest bus departure19:35

San Diego to Lafayette Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Lafayette, LA

  1. What's the distance between San Diego and Lafayette by coach?

    The journey from San Diego to Lafayette by coach covers an approximate distance of 1487 miles (2398 km).

  2. How can I travel from San Diego to Lafayette avoiding air travel?

    To travel from San Diego to Lafayette without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

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US$175
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US$267
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26/08
US$151
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on 26 Aug 2025 with a price of US$151

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 Lafayette, LA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$151 to US$267 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$151, which is on 2025-08-26.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Diego to Lafayette, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Diego to Lafayette will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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!

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Lafayette, LA?

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