What is the travel distance from Seattle to San Diego?

The distance between the two cities is 1063 miles (1715 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Seattle to San Diego start their journey at Greyhound Station and wind up at Mission Valley Sheraton. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

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 San Diego Zoo, San Diego Bay Waterfront, Torrey Pines Gliderport, Sunset Cliffs Natural Park and Balboa Park.

Bus Seattle to San Diego from $99 | Refundable Tickets

TodaySep 1

from $339

TomorrowSep 2

from $186

WedSep 3

from $172

ThuSep 4

from $183

FriSep 5

from $158

SatSep 6

from $171

SunSep 7

from $155

MonSep 8

from $163

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: September 2 at 10:50pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Greyhound Station
Arrival time: September 4 at 3:40pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: 5716 Hardy Ave
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 16h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: September 2 at 3:50pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
Arrival time: September 3 at 11:50pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 8h
Departure time: September 2 at 10:50pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Greyhound Station
Arrival time: September 4 at 3:20pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 16h
Departure time: September 2 at 10:50pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Greyhound Station
Arrival time: September 4 at 2:50pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 16h
Departure time: September 2 at 3:20pm
Departure city: Seattle
Departure location: Greyhound Station
Arrival time: September 3 at 11:50pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 8h

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$99 - $512	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$619 - $619	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 156kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Seattle to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

$99Cheapest ticket

42kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket price$165

Average bus trip duration1d 12h

Number of daily buses22

Earliest bus departure2:45pm

Distance1048 miles (1690 km)

Latest bus departure11:10pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,338 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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

3.5/587,224 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

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.

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

Seattle to San Diego Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Seattle to San Diego from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Diego from Seattle, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Seattle and San Diego?

Stops in Seattle

A - Greyhound Station

B - Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

C - Washington State Convention Center

D - Pier 91

E - Pier 66

F - International District

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 Seattle - San Diego, CA, US

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

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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 Seattle to San Diego but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Seattle to San Diego, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Seattle to San Diego.

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Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle 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 Time1d 12h	Avg Price$165	Daily Departures22
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 19h	Avg Price$619	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Seattle by bus?

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

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Where are the popular stops in Seattle and San Diego?

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

What is the travel distance from Seattle to San Diego?

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

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

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

Will you be returning to Seattle by bus?

You can also go to San Diego, CA, US by train

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