What is the cheapest way to get from La Quinta to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from La Quinta to San Diego is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Quinta to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from La Quinta to San Diego is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between La Quinta and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from La Quinta station to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Indio Bus Station and arriving at San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop via El Centro Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from La Quinta to San Diego?

The distance between La Quinta and San Diego is 214 miles. The road distance is 130.1 miles.

How do I travel from La Quinta to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from La Quinta to San Diego without a car is to bus via El Centro which takes 5h 25m and costs $60 - $100.

How long does it take to get from La Quinta to San Diego?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from La Quinta to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the La Quinta to San Diego bus from?

La Quinta to San Diego bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the La Quinta to San Diego bus arrive?

La Quinta to San Diego bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at El Centro Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from La Quinta to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between La Quinta to San Diego is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from La Quinta to San Diego.

How do I get a bus ticket from La Quinta to San Diego?

Book your La Quinta to San Diego bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2239+ hotels available in San Diego.

La Quinta to San Diego - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromLa Quinta to San Diego

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from La Quinta to San Diego by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus via El Centro
best
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to El Centro Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0850
2. Take the bus from El Centro Bus Stop to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0851S
5h 25m
$63–100
Drive 129.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Quinta to San Diegocar 129.4 mi
2h 36m
$24–35
Bus, train via San Bernardino
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Santa Anatrain
3. Take the train from Santa Ana to San Diegotrain
6h 48m
$94–158
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from La Quinta Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 33m
$83–146
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to Cross Border Express, San Diegobus El Paso
11h 37m
$102–175

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from La Quinta to San Diego.

Launch map view

Distance: 213 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between La Quinta, Riverside County, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from La Quinta to County Center/Little Italy Station via Indio Bus Station, El Centro Bus Stop, San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop, and Old Town Station in around 5h 25m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.