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Today1 Sept
from US$142
Tomorrow2 Sept
from US$88
Wed3 Sept
Thu4 Sept
from US$84
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Next departures to San Diego

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Stockton
    Departure location: Stockton ACE Station
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Stockton
    Departure location: Stockton Bus Station
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
    Operated by: Los LimousinesLos Limousines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Stockton
    Departure location: Stockton (GLI), CA
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Stockton
    Departure location: Stockton (GLI), CA
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 September at
    Departure city: Stockton
    Departure location: Stockton Bus Station
    Arrival time: 2 September at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Cross Border Xpress CBX (USA)
    Operated by: Los LimousinesLos Limousines
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Stockton to San Diego

Bus
Average priceUS$57 - US$229Average duration15h 55m
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$61 - US$146Average duration10h 41m
62kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Stockton to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 10 hours 41 minutes and with fares starting at just US$61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day
10h 41mAverage duration
US$61Cheapest ticket
62kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket priceUS$85
Average bus trip duration15h 55m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure00:45
Distance426 miles
Latest bus departure23:25

Stockton to San Diego Bus

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

  1. What's the distance between Stockton and San Diego by coach?

    The distance between Stockton and San Diego by coach is approximately 431 miles (694 km).

  2. How can I travel from Stockton to San Diego avoiding air travel?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/08
US$62
31/08
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Today
US$91
02/09
US$83
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04/09
US$83
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stockton, CA to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 30 Aug 2025 with a price of US$62

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

You can expect to pay from US$62 to US$173 for a bus ticket from Stockton, CA to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$83, which is on 2025-09-02.

About Bus Travel

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Stockton to San Diego, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Stockton to San Diego will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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