How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Austin?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Austin start from $171. The average price for this route is around $388. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Austin?

The average bus travel time from San Diego to Austin is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1862 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to Austin route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Austin?

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Austin at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Austin?

A bus trip from San Diego to Austin generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Diego to Austin?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Austin?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego to Austin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Austin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Diego to Austin from $319 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Diego to Austin on January 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:00pm	Santa Fe Depot	1d 16h	9:16am	Austin, TX	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 10h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
	3:00pm	Santa Fe Depot	1d 16h	9:16am	Austin, TX	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 12h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 17h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Austin on January 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	1:35pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	1d 11h	3:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 12h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	6:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 18h	3:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 13h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	9:25am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 15h	3:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Austin on January 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	9:25am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 15h	3:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	1:35pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	1d 11h	3:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 12h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 13h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 23h	8:55am	Downtown Austin	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Austin on January 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 13h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 10h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 12h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 17h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	9:25am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 15h	3:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Austin on January 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 10h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 12h	10:05pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 17h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 13h	11:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	12:15pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 12h	3:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

1d 16hAverage Duration

1862 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$171 - $937	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$280 - $1,503	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 169kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Austin?

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
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B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
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C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
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F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
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B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
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C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
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D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,997 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Amtrak

4/55,725 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Austin?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Austin start from $171. The average price for this route is around $388. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Austin?
The average bus travel time from San Diego to Austin is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1862 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Austin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Austin?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Austin at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Austin?
A bus trip from San Diego to Austin generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego to Austin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Austin?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego to Austin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Austin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $319

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 Austin, TX, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $319 to $1,316 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $319 which is on 2026-01-11.