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

The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to San Diego start at R 2 058. The average price for this route is around R 4 465. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from Austin to San Diego is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1861 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Valley Transit .

Which bus companies service the Austin to San Diego route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to San Diego?

The earliest bus departs from Austin to San Diego at 03:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

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

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

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Austin to San Diego?

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 Austin to San Diego?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Austin to San Diego from R 2 708 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Austin to San Diego on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:35	Downtown Austin	2d 3h	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 17h	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 23h	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 22h	17:35	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2d 3h	22:15	Downtown SD (Seaport)	No tags

Next departures from Austin to San Diego on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 16h	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 15h	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:05	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 17h	18:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 17h	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 17h	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Austin to San Diego on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 15h	21:45	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:30	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	13:40	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:30	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 15h	09:40	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 17h	23:50	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Austin to San Diego on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 15h	13:40	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 11h	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:30	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 15h	09:40	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 17h	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Austin to San Diego on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:45	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 16h	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 11h	17:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	03:30	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	14:10	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 15h	09:40	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:55	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 17h	11:45	Greyhound Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:04 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Austin to San Diego

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours and with fares starting at just R 3 368, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 17hAverage duration

1861 kmDistance

169kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 058 - R 8 516	Average duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 368 - R 7 640	Average duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 169kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Austin and San Diego?

Stops in Austin

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

Stops in San Diego

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 621 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Valley Transit

3/534 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

WiFi2.5

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Austin to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to San Diego start at R 2 058. The average price for this route is around R 4 465. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Austin to San Diego?
The average bus journey time from Austin to San Diego is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1861 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Valley Transit.
Which bus companies service the Austin to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to San Diego at 03:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to San Diego?
A bus trip from Austin to San Diego produces an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Austin to San Diego?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to San Diego?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Austin to San Diego?
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 Austin to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/12

R 5 838

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R 4 239

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R 6 578

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R 4 454

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R 5 589

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R 2 708

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 708

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 708 to R 6 578 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 708, which is on 2025-12-20.