Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: September 2 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Downtown SD (Seaport)
    Arrival time: September 3 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: September 2 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Arrival time: September 2 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: U of A
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 2 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: September 2 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: U of A
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 2 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: September 2 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 2 at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: September 3 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Tucson

Bus
Average PriceUS$54 - US$186Average Duration14h 25m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$76 - US$138Average Duration15h 28m
53kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Tucson

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 14 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day
14h 25mAverage Duration
US$54Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Tucson: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$68
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 25m
Number of daily buses19
Earliest bus departure7:15am
Distance592 km
Latest bus departure7:35pm

San Diego to Tucson Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from San Diego to Tucson. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from San Diego to Tucson from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Tucson from San Diego, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Tucson

  1. What is the distance between San Diego and Tucson?

    The distance between San Diego and Tucson is approximately 580 km (360 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Diego to Tucson?

    Buses departing from Mission Valley Sheraton in San Diego will take you to Greyhound Station in Tucson.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-30
US$59
08-31
US$54
Today
US$82
09-02
US$59
09-03
US$55
09-04
US$59
09-05
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09-06
US$57
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson was searched and found on Aug 31, 2025 with a price of US$54

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 Tucson, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$54 to US$95 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$55 which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Diego and Tucson!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego to Tucson, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Diego to Tucson.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from San Diego to Tucson.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Tucson?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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