Next bus departures

Next departures for Seattle to San Diego on October 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	2d 7h	10:15pm	Downtown SD (Seaport)	Cheapest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:00pm	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	1d 8h	11:50pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	2:25pm	Greyhound Station	1d 9h	11:50pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	9:15pm	Greyhound Station	2d 1h	10:15pm	Downtown SD (Seaport)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:16 PM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to San Diego

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $165, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

1060 milesDistance

155kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$129 - $442	Average Duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$165 - $346	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 155kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Seattle and San Diego

Stops in Seattle

A
Greyhound Station
503 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
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B
Seattle-International Airport (SEA)
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C
Washington State Convention Center
705 Pike St, Seattle WA 98101, USA, , Pick-up is at the Charter Bus Loading Zone on 8th Avenue at the corner of 8th Ave. and Pike Street.
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D
Pier 91
2001 W Garfield St, Seattle WA 98119, USA
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E
Pier 66
2203 Alaskan Way, Seattle WA 98121, USA
F
International District
700-822 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

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Greyhound

3.5/588,213 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

Amtrak

4.1/56,556 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Seattle to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to San Diego start from $129. The average price for this route is around $179. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Seattle to San Diego?
The average bus trip duration from Seattle to San Diego is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1055 miles (1701 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Seattle to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Seattle to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Seattle to San Diego at 2:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Seattle to San Diego?
A bus trip from Seattle to San Diego generates an estimated 42.511700000000005 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Seattle to San Diego?
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 6551 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Seattle to San Diego?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Seattle to San Diego?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Seattle to San Diego?
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

10/05

$225

10/06

$224

Today

$133

10/08

$157

10/09

$210

10/10

$194

10/11

$191

10/12

$167

The cheapest trip from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Oct 7, 2026 with a price of $133

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $133 to $242 for a bus ticket from Seattle to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $157 which is on 2026-10-08.