The cheapest and fastest buses from San Diego, CA to Davis, CA
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
16 h 45 m
Average duration
16 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
769 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA to Davis, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Diego, CA to Davis, CA will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Diego, CA for Davis, CA on Sun, Apr 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 05 the direct buses cover the 769 km distance in an average of 16 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 45 m .
On Sun, Apr 05 the slowest buses will take 16 h 45 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.
12:01 AM16h45San Diego, CA4:46 PMDavis, CA$1151One-way0 transfers
12:01 AM16h45San Diego, CA4:46 PMDavis, CA$1151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Diego, CA to Davis, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Davis, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $94. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $94, and a train costs an average of $114.
Distance: 477 miles (769 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$111 Average price Cheapest | $234 Average price | $197 Average price |
13h 41m Average total duration 13h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 46m Average total duration 16h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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San Diego, CA to Davis, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:01PM | Arrival Time 09:48AM | Duration 17h47 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 09:48AM | Duration 17h38 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $117 |
Live departures
San Diego, CA to Davis, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Davis, CA buses for today, Friday, April 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 720 Capitol Corridor | 11:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 17h23 | 4:24 PM Davis station, Davis, CA | 2 transfers | |
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 720 Capitol Corridor | 11:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 17h23 | 4:24 PM Davis station, Davis, CA | 2 transfers | |
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr | 11:01 PM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 17h47 | 4:48 PM Davis station, Davis, CA | 2 transfers | |
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 720 Capitol Corridor | 11:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 17h14 | 4:24 PM Davis station, Davis, CA | 2 transfers | |
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr | 11:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 17h38 | 4:48 PM Davis station, Davis, CA | 2 transfers | |
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK · 720 Capitol Corridor | 11:10 PM Old Town Station, San Diego, CA | 17h14 | 4:24 PM Davis station, Davis, CA | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, April 4 | |||||
![]() | 12:01 AM San Diego, CA | 16h45 | 4:46 PM Davis, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
5811 AMTRAK · 711 Gold Runner · 3811 AMTRAK | 5:10 AM Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA | 12h55 | 6:05 PM Davis station, Davis, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to Davis, CA
Buses from San Diego, CA to Davis, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 13h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $94 (€76) but you can travel from only $82 (€67) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 04:01, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 477 miles (769 km) distance in 12h 55m.
Distance 477 miles (769 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $94 (€76) |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 12h 55m |
First bus 4:01 AM |
Last bus 10:20 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus from San Diego, CA to Davis, CAYou can travel by bus between San Diego, CA to Davis, CA with FlixBus for as low as $82 (€67). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Diego, CA to Davis, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Davis, CA by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Davis, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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