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The cheapest and fastest coaches from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA
Showing times and prices for 03 Jul
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£27
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
191 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA will cost around £27 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Fast coaches
Of the 7 buses that leave San Diego, CA for Santa Monica, CA every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 191 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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.
16:404h05San Diego, CA20:45Santa Monica, CA£201One-way0 changes- 19:404h15San Diego, CA23:55Santa Monica, CA£241One-way0 changes
2:003h20San Diego, CA5:20Santa Monica, CA£251One-way0 changes- 13:453h55San Diego, CA17:40Santa Monica, CA£271One-way0 changes
- 2:352h45San Diego, CA5:20Santa Monica, CA£291One-way0 changes
- 15:551h55San Diego, CA17:50Santa Monica, CA£311One-way0 changes
- 2:352h45San Diego, CA5:20Santa Monica, CA£291One-way0 changes
- 2:003h20San Diego, CA5:20Santa Monica, CA£251One-way0 changes
- 14:453h55San Diego, CA18:40Santa Monica, CA£311One-way0 changes
- 13:453h55San Diego, CA17:40Santa Monica, CA£271One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and train for San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £93.
Distance: 191 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£24 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price | £297 Average Price |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA coaches for today, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:55 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 4h20 | 9:15 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:40 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 3h35 | 9:15 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
 0 | 6:30 San Diego, CA | 3h00 | 9:30 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 6:30 San Diego, CA | 3h15 | 9:45 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:55 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 4h40 | 11:35 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:35 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 4h00 | 11:35 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:45 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 3h40 | 11:25 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:45 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 3h05 | 10:50 Downey, Stonewood Center (251 Stonewood St), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
 0 | 7:51 San Diego, CA | 2h45 | 10:36 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:55 La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 3h40 | 11:35 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 2h55 | 11:25 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:30 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 2h20 | 10:50 Downey, Stonewood Center (251 Stonewood St), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 4h05 | 12:45 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:55 La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 2h30 | 11:25 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:55 La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 1h55 | 10:50 Downey, Stonewood Center (251 Stonewood St), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:25 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 3h20 | 12:45 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:50 La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 2h55 | 12:45 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 9:51 San Diego, CA | 3h05 | 12:56 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 10:45 San Diego, CA | 3h00 | 13:45 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 11:30 San Diego, CA | 3h00 | 14:30 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 11:51 San Diego, CA | 2h45 | 14:36 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:55 San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 3h35 | 15:30 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:15 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 3h15 | 15:30 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:40 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 4h15 | 16:55 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:40 La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 2h50 | 15:30 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:10 San Diego, West Harbor Drive (The Headquarters at Seaport District), CA | 3h45 | 16:55 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:35 La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 3h20 | 16:55 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 13:51 San Diego, CA | 3h05 | 16:56 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 15:51 San Diego, CA | 3h05 | 18:56 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:55 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 3h15 | 19:10 Los Angles, S Hope St. USC Parking, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:55 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 3h40 | 19:35 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:15 La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 2h55 | 19:10 Los Angles, S Hope St. USC Parking, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:15 La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 3h20 | 19:35 Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 17:51 San Diego, CA | 3h05 | 20:56 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
| 2:00 San Diego, CA | 3h20 | 5:20 Santa Monica, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:10 San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center | 3h20 | 22:30 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 3 July | |||||
| 2:35 San Diego, CA | 2h45 | 5:20 Santa Monica, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 2 July | |||||
| 0 | 19:51 San Diego, CA | 2h45 | 22:36 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:55 San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA | 2h35 | 22:30 Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 20:20 San Diego, CA | 4h00 | 0:20 Los Angeles, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA coaches with Omio?
FlixBus as well as Infobus or Greyhound offer coaches services from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus or Greyhound to find the best option for your trip from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA
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Buses from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA run on average 44 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 42 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 191 km distance in 1h 55m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 191 km |
Average bus duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 42 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CAYou can travel by bus between San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA with FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 55m
Cheapest Price
£17
FlixBus frequency
23 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 20m
Cheapest Price
£33
Infobus frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
Greyhound
About
Greyhound Lines, Inc. is a prominent American intercity bus transportation provider, established in 1914. It operates the largest intercity bus network in the United States, also extending services to Canada and Mexico. Greyhound is known for offering affordable and reliable long-distance travel, connecting major cities and rural communities across North America. The company's buses are equipped with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and extra legroom to enhance passenger comfort. Greyhound is a subsidiary of Flix SE, which also owns FlixBus, and together they offer an extensive network of over 1,600 destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 45m
Cheapest Price
£22
Greyhound frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
Additional luggage
$15 per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
FAQs: San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, 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 Santa Monica, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA is £24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA is 1h 55m to travel the 191 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 42 direct coaches a day from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA with FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA, you can count on FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound for the best way to get you to Santa Monica, CA. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between San Diego, CA and Santa Monica, CA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Santa Monica, CA from San Diego, CA is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 55m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between San Diego, CA and Santa Monica, CA including taking a coach, flight and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA:
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA for coach company FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA depends on the coach companies:
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA:
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA:
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA. The following conditions apply:
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA with the following coach company: FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in San Diego, CA and Santa Monica, CA
Most San Diego, CA to Santa Monica, CA buses use the San Diego to Hantington Park station pair. Use this guide to compare San Diego, CA and Santa Monica, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in San Diego
Arrival bus stations in Santa Monica
San Diego
City-centre transport
Getting to San Diego from San Diego city centre
Bus215, 225, 235, 910 · 5m · £4 · every ~22 min
TramBlue, Orange · 2m · every ~15 min
San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park)
City-centre transport
Getting to San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) from San Diego city centre
BusFlixBus 2017 · 20m · £0.90
83 · 26m · £4
TramGreen, Blue, Event · 16m · every ~18 min
Blue · 21m · every ~9 min
San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center
City-centre transport
Getting to San Diego, San Ysidro Transit Center from San Diego city centre
BusFlixBus 2017 · 25m · £2
910 · 41m · £4
TramBlue · 41m · £13 · every ~14 min
Blue · 43m · £13 · every ~14 min
Most popular buses to and from Santa Monica, CA and San Diego, CA
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