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SAN — LAX
Oct 13 — Oct 201
1 adult
Sun 10/13

San Diego to Los Angeles bus information

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Avg travel time

2h 25m
The average bus ride from San Diego to Los Angeles is 2h 25m

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San Diego Bus Station Directory

Location of major bus stations in San Diego
San Diego Balboa ParkSan Diego, 32.72839, -117.152374
San Diego Seaport VillageSan Diego, 32.711334, -117.1703
San Diego Downtown Holiday InnSan Diego, 32.722347, -117.163414
San Diego Sheraton Mission ValleySan Diego, 32.765167, -117.150505
San Diego Seaworld (mission Bay)San Diego, 32.76392, -117.229454
San Diego Westfield Mission ValleySan Diego, 32.769695, -117.14586

Los Angeles Bus Station Directory

Location of major bus stations in Los Angeles
Los Angeles Westwood AmtrakLos Angeles, 34.068798, -118.449
Los Angeles JerezanosLos Angeles, 34.01934, -118.17609
Los Angeles University of Southern California (curbside)Los Angeles, 34.021564, -118.279366
Los Angeles Harbor FreewayLos Angeles, 33.928726, -118.2818
Los Angeles University of Southern CaliforniaLos Angeles, 34.02333, -118.28349
Los Angeles Autobuses Coordinados UsaLos Angeles, 34.019333, -118.17608

FAQs for booking bus tickets from San Diego to Los Angeles

When does the first and last bus depart from San Diego to Los Angeles?

If you are an early riser and would like to leave San Diego at the earliest time possible, you can catch the first bus from San Diego to Los Angeles, which departs at around 5:00 a.m. You will arrive in Los Angeles a few minutes before 8:00 a.m. if you travel by this first bus from San Diego. With the last bus to Los Angeles from San Diego departing at around 10:00 p.m., travelers who prefer traveling at night are sorted. These departure times may change slightly on different days depending on demand and the number of buses available. On days when the available buses are many, such as weekends or holidays, the first bus may leave earlier than 5:00 a.m. while the last bus may depart from San Diego past 10:00 p.m.

What bus stations do you depart from and arrive at when traveling from San Diego to Los Angeles?

When traveling by bus from San Diego to Los Angeles, you will most likely depart from the San Diego Bus Station, which is the main departure station for Greyhound buses. Taxis offer the most reliable transport option for travelers connecting to the station from the city center of San Diego. Although a lower frequency of buses departs from it, San Ysidro McDonald's is another station for buses to Los Angeles from San Diego. Los Angeles Bus Terminal, located along 7th Street, is the main arrival station for buses from San Diego. After arriving at the station, you can connect to your preferred location in Los Angeles using taxis. Other popular arrival stations in Los Angeles for buses from San Diego include North Hollywood Greyhound Station and Downtown Tufesa Station.

How many buses are there from San Diego to Los Angeles each day?

San Diego to Los Angeles is one of the routes with the highest frequency of buses. On average, about 48 buses to Los Angeles from San Diego are available for travelers. This means that travelers have a wide range of options from which they can choose the bus that best suits their schedule. Greyhound USA is the main company that operates buses from San Diego to Los Angeles. With the highest frequency of over 20 buses departing from San Diego every day, the company is popular among travelers for its reliability. Apart from Greyhound, travelers can also use buses from Flixbus or Tufesa when traveling from San Diego to Los Angeles. The presence of different bus companies further increases the options that travelers have.

What amenities are offered on buses traveling from San Diego to Los Angeles?

Once you have your Greyhound bus ticket from San Diego to Los Angeles, you are guaranteed to enjoy some of the best onboard amenities. The buses have free Wi-Fi, which gives you the convenience of streaming your favorite music or videos without limitations. The buses have a power outlet for each passenger. Therefore, as you enjoy online entertainment, the worry of your smartphone, laptop, or tablet running low on power does not exist. All buses to Los Angeles from San Diego have restrooms, which ensures the comfort of passengers throughout the journey. The extra legroom that accompanies the cozy seats allows you to travel in style, with the ability to change the seating position as much as you want.

What luggage can I bring on a bus from San Diego to Los Angeles?

Traveling by bus from San Diego to Los Angeles is convenient partly because passengers can travel with more luggage with little to no extra cost. For instance, passengers using Greyhound or Flixbus can travel with one piece of carry-on luggage at no extra cost. This piece of luggage should, however, be able to fit in the overhead compartment of the bus or under the seat in front. The weight of the carry-on luggage should not be more than 25 lbs. Passengers also have the option to travel with up to three pieces of under-the-bus luggage. Each piece of luggage should not exceed 50 lbs. Additionally, the size of the luggage should not be more than 62 inches. The piece of the under-the-bus luggage is free, while the second and third pieces may attract a fee depending on the value of your ticket. By visiting the momondo website, you can check the cost of traveling with different luggage on different buses to Los Angeles from San Diego and book the most affordable.

How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Los Angeles?

It takes 2h 25m to get from San Diego to Los Angeles by bus.

How far is San Diego to Los Angeles by bus?

The distance between San Diego and Los Angeles is about 114.0 mi in a straight line. 2h 25m by bus is normal for this route.


More bus options to Los Angeles

Besides San Diego there are other cities with transportation to Los Angeles. See below for more options.
Buses to Los Angeles from San Francisco
Fastest travel time7h 35m
Cheapest price$950
Buses to Los Angeles from Palm Springs
Fastest travel time1h 55m
Cheapest price$69
Buses to Los Angeles from San Jose
Fastest travel time6h 35m
Cheapest price$92

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