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USS Midway Museum
Extensive naval aviation museum aboard a historic aircraft carrier. Visit for flight decks, restored aircraft, and hands-on maritime history.
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
2 h 47 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 27 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for San Diego, CA every day 27 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 180 km distance in an average of 2 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 49 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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0Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £213.
Distance: 180 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
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£26 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price | £335 Average Price |
3h 39m Average total duration 3h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration 2h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA coaches for today, Monday 10 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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0 | 20:00 Los Angeles, CA | 2h19 | 22:19 San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4h45 | 17:10 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4h00 | 16:25 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:25 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4h45 | 17:10 San Diego, Rail Ct / E San Ysidro Blvd (McDonald`s), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 5h15 | 18:45 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:30 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4h40 | 18:10 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:30 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3h20 | 17:50 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:30 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3h50 | 18:20 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:30 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3h50 | 18:20 San Diego, Rail Ct / E San Ysidro Blvd (McDonald`s), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 11 August | |||||
0 | 2:15 Los Angeles, CA | 2h45 | 5:00 San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:30 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3h45 | 22:15 San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:30 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 4h15 | 22:45 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 11 August | |||||
0 | 5:15 Los Angeles, CA | 3h19 | 8:34 San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 10 August | |||||
![]() | 20:20 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3h30 | 23:50 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:20 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 4h05 | 0:25 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 7:30 Los Angeles, CA | 2h49 | 10:19 San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 9:50 Los Angeles, CA | 3h19 | 13:09 San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 13:30 Los Angeles, CA | 3h19 | 16:49 San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 14:15 Los Angeles, CA | 2h45 | 17:00 San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA | 3h45 | 10:05 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:20 Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA | 4h05 | 10:25 San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3h10 | 10:05 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3h30 | 10:25 San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 16:00 Los Angeles, CA | 2h49 | 18:49 San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:15 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 4h05 | 12:20 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:15 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3h30 | 11:45 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 18:00 Los Angeles, CA | 3h19 | 21:19 San Diego, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA run on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 28 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 180 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 180 km |
Average bus duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 28 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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Discover the best of San Diego, CA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect San Diego, CA trip today.
Extensive naval aviation museum aboard a historic aircraft carrier. Visit for flight decks, restored aircraft, and hands-on maritime history.
Major Balboa Park art museum with Spanish old masters, Asian art, and sculpture. A strong choice for architecture and varied collections.
Interactive Balboa Park museum exploring anthropology, culture, and race. Climb the tower for city views with a separate ticket.
Large urban cultural park with gardens, museums, theatres, and Spanish Colonial Revival architecture. Ideal for walking and a full day out.
Historic district with preserved 19th-century buildings, museums, and lively public spaces. Visit for local heritage and easy walking.
Clifftop coastal reserve with trails, wild shoreline views, and sea caves nearby. A popular local spot for sunsets and walks.
A large flour tortilla stuffed with carne asada, chips, cheese, guacamole and salsa. It is a San Diego taqueria classic with strong border-city roots.
Fries topped with carne asada, cheese, guacamole, sour cream and salsa. This indulgent late-night favourite is strongly associated with San Diego taco shops.
Beer-battered local white fish in tortillas with cabbage and crema. Baja-style fish tacos are a defining everyday food in San Diego’s coastal dining scene.
Casual seafood counter known for Baja-style fish tacos and fried seafood near the beach. Lively, unfussy and popular with locals and visitors.
Busy taqueria famous for carne asada fries, burritos and other San Diego taco-shop staples. Informal atmosphere and reliable late-night choice.
Historic Little Italy restaurant serving hearty Italian-American classics, sandwiches and house specialities. Old-school atmosphere with strong local character.
San Diego is pricier than many US cities, with high hotel and dining costs, though tacos, casual eats and public transport can help keep daily spending manageable.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, 10-15% for taxis, and $1-2 for café drinks if table service or special prep is involved.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Diego, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Los Angeles, CA to San Diego, CA buses use the Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) to San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center station pair, with some services arriving at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park). Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and San Diego, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various dining options available.
Wi-Fi available in main waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs available near main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station).
Available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Station fully accessible with elevators and ramps.
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes. ATMs are available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes.
Available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes: The station is accessible to people with disabilities.
Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore is 19 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore. ATMs are available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore.
Available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore: Basic accessibility features available for buses.
San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) is 5 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several dining options nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park). ATMs are available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park).
Ticket office support is available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park).
Available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park): Wheelchair accessible routes available.
San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center is 22 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food eateries located nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center. ATMs are available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center.
Available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center: Wheelchair accessible with ramps.
San Diego has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There are fast food outlets nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at San Diego. ATMs are available at San Diego.
Ticket office support is available at San Diego.
Available at San Diego: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego: Station is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
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