Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Madera: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Diego to Madera on April 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown SD (Seaport)
Madera Bus StopCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Madera Bus StopFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Madera Bus StopNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:29 AM PDT.

Get from San Diego to Madera

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
13h 30mAverage Duration
336 milesDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Madera by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Madera?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Madera start from $66. The average price for this route is around $81. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Madera?

    The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Madera is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 336 miles (542 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by Los Limousines.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Madera route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, Los Limousines.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Madera?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Madera at 12:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Madera?

    A bus trip from San Diego to Madera generates an estimated 13.531025 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Diego to Madera?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5784 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Madera?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Madera?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Madera?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/13
$67
04/14
$150
Today
$65
04/16
$120
04/17
$67
04/18
$66
04/19
$75
04/20
$64
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Madera was searched and found on Apr 20, 2026 with a price of $64

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 Madera, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $64 to $150 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Madera based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $64 which is on 2026-04-20.

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