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Sat30 Aug
from US$96
Sun31 Aug
from US$94
Mon1 Sept
Tue2 Sept
from US$113
Wed3 Sept
from US$73
Thu4 Sept
Fri5 Sept
from US$81
Sat6 Sept

Next departures to Reno

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Downtown SD (Seaport)
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Reno
    Destination location: Reno
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Reno
    Destination location: Reno Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Reno
    Destination location: Reno
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Reno
    Destination location: Reno
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Santa Fe Depot
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Reno
    Destination location: Reno Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Reno

Bus
Average priceUS$67 - US$228Average duration18h 45m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$121 - US$156Average duration23h 26m
72kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Reno

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 18 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
18h 45mAverage duration
US$67Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Reno: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$102
Average bus trip duration18h 45m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure11:50
Distance493 miles
Latest bus departure21:25

San Diego to Reno Bus

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

  1. How far is Reno from San Diego by coach?

    The distance between San Diego and Reno by coach is approximately 493 miles (796 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from San Diego to Reno without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
26/08
US$91
27/08
US$127
Today
US$118
29/08
US$134
30/08
US$88
31/08
US$98
01/09
US$128
02/09
US$105
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Reno was searched and found on 30 Aug 2025 with a price of US$88

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 Reno as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$88 to US$151 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$88, which is on 2025-08-30.

Usually Amtrak 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

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Diego to Reno, 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 Reno 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?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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