Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
10bus per day
12h 5mAverage duration
US$46Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions
Bus San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview
Based on 10216 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 Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$46
Amtrak San Jose San Diego recent customer reviews
It was great trip until we reached Santa Bárbara. It was oversold & the train became crowded in a matter of seconds.
4 out of 5 stars
Jade S.
I had to buy another ticket to San Diego due to our bus to San Diego having no bus driver.
Based on 87199 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$69
Amtrak San Jose San Diego recent customer reviews
It was great trip until we reached Santa Bárbara. It was oversold & the train became crowded in a matter of seconds.
4 out of 5 stars
Jade S.
I had to buy another ticket to San Diego due to our bus to San Diego having no bus driver.
Based on 5419 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$108
Amtrak San Jose San Diego recent customer reviews
It was great trip until we reached Santa Bárbara. It was oversold & the train became crowded in a matter of seconds.
4 out of 5 stars
Jade S.
I had to buy another ticket to San Diego due to our bus to San Diego having no bus driver.
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$90
Amtrak San Jose San Diego recent customer reviews
It was great trip until we reached Santa Bárbara. It was oversold & the train became crowded in a matter of seconds.
4 out of 5 stars
Jade S.
I had to buy another ticket to San Diego due to our bus to San Diego having no bus driver.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - San Diego, CA, US
How far is San Diego from San Jose by coach?
The journey from San Jose to San Diego by coach covers an approximate distance of 417 miles (672 km).
Is there a way to reach San Diego from San Jose without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
22/08
US$95
23/08
US$73
Today
US$75
25/08
US$56
26/08
US$48
27/08
US$48
28/08
US$57
29/08
US$102
The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 26 Aug 2025 with a price of US$48
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$48 to US$182 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$48, which is on 2025-08-26.
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
If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Jose to San Diego but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Jose to San Diego, 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 Jose to San Diego will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Jose to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
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!
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 Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to San Diego
The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 26 Aug 2025 with a price of US$48
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
