What is the travel distance from San Jose to San Diego?

San Jose and San Diego are 417 miles (672 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Jose to San Diego?

The majority of buses traveling from San Jose to San Diego start their journey at Diridon Station and wind up at Mission Valley Sheraton. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

Once in San Diego, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, Old Town, Balboa Park, San Diego Bay Waterfront and Cabrillo National Monument.

Bus San Jose to San Diego from $43 | Compare & Save up to 60%

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from $108

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from $68

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 31 at 12:40am
Departure city: San Jose
Departure location: Diridon Station
Arrival time: July 31 at 3:20pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 40m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 31 at 11:10pm
Departure city: San Jose
Departure location: Diridon Station
Arrival time: August 1 at 8:45am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 35m
Departure time: July 31 at 11:10pm
Departure city: San Jose
Departure location: Diridon Station
Arrival time: August 1 at 9:15am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 5m
Departure time: July 31 at 12:55am
Departure city: San Jose
Departure location: Diridon Station
Arrival time: July 31 at 11:15am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 20m
Departure time: July 31 at 9:55am
Departure city: San Jose
Departure location: Diridon Station
Arrival time: July 31 at 11:50pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 55m

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to San Diego.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $179	Average Duration12h 5m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$79 - $169	Average Duration18h 59m	CO₂ emissions 61kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

12h 5mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest ticket

17kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket price$68

Average bus trip duration12h 5m

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure12:40am

Distance413 miles (665 km)

Latest bus departure11:10pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,790 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,141 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound San Jose San Diego recent customer reviews

I had to buy another ticket to San Diego due to our bus to San Diego having no bus driver.

Jonathan R.

June 7, 2019

Poor shift scheduling and back up system

Emilio Francis Iv F.

December 26, 2019

They were late which made me late very unorganized

Cassandra J.

September 4, 2018

Amtrak

4/55,345 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5345 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $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.

Jade S.

May 29, 2023

Tufesa

3.5/5674 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi3.1

Since 1994, Tufesa has been offering comfortable, safe, and affordable bus travel in the United States (California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Texas) and Mexico (Baja California Sur, Sonora, Sinaloa and Guadalajara). Tufesa buses are equipped with comfortable reclining seats, power outlets, bathrooms, and WiFi (only in Mexico). Tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to 1 hour before travel time for a small fee. The company accepts e-tickets, so you don't have to worry about printing your boarding pass. With over 4 daily trips, you'll surely find a convenient trip that fits your needs and your schedule.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

San Jose to San Diego Bus

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Where are the popular stops in San Jose and San Diego?

Stops in San Jose

A - Diridon Station

B - Santiago Express San Jose

C - 1118 E William St

D - San Jose Bus Stop

E - Tamien Station

F - Diridon Station

Stops in San Diego

A - Mission Valley Sheraton

B - Old Town Courtyard Marriot

C - Downtown Holiday Inn

D - Greyhound Station

E - Market St. & Park Blvd

F - San Ysidro McDonald's

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Jose, US - San Diego, CA, US

What is the travel distance from San Jose to San Diego?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Jose to San Diego?
What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

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

Best price found

07/27

$93

07/28

$86

Today

$83

07/30

$43

07/31

$60

08/01

$58

08/02

$47

08/03

$58

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Jul 30, 2025 with a price of $43

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 $43 to $156 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 $43 which is on 2025-07-30.

Usually Amtrak, 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.

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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 one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Jose to San Diego will emit less CO2 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

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time12h 5m	Avg Price$68	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time18h 59m	Avg Price$101	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to San Jose, US by bus?

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Where are the popular stops in San Jose and San Diego?

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Jose, US - San Diego, CA, US

What is the travel distance from San Jose to San Diego?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Jose to San Diego?

What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

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

Will you be returning to San Jose, US by bus?

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