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  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $162
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $162
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $181
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Downtown Austin
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $162
  • Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Downtown Austin
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $182
Bus Austin to San Diego: Trip Overview

Bus Austin to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$191
Average bus trip duration1d 18h
Number of daily buses18
Earliest bus departure3:05 AM
Distance1158 miles (1867 km)
Latest bus departure11:45 PM

Austin to San Diego Buses

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Austin to San Diego is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Austin to San Diego.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Austin to San Diego, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures18
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:05AM - 11:45PM
Minimum Price$262
Average Ticket Price$191
Minimum Trip Duration1d9h
Average Bus Trip Duration1d18h
Distance1158 miles (1867 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Austin - San Diego

The best way to travel from Austin to San Diego is by bus. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

The average travel time from Austin to San Diego is about 1d 18h, but you can get there in as little as 1d 9h with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 1154 miles (1861 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance between the two cities is 1154 miles (1861 km).

On average, there are 18 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses operating from Austin to San Diego may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Austin to San Diego as smooth as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The first bus leaves at 3:05 AM and the last one leaves at 11:45 PM.

If you're headed to San Diego from Austin, chances are that your bus will depart from Ben White Bd & I-35 and arrive at San Ysidro McDonald's. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $118.

The average bus ticket price from Austin to San Diego is $191. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $118 and $545, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in San Diego, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Gaslamp Quarter, Old Town, Cabrillo National Monument, San Diego Bay Waterfront and SeaWorld San Diego.

Yes, it is possible to take an overnight bus from Austin to San Diego. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$262
The cheapest trip from Austin to San Diego was searched and found on May 1, 2024 with a price of $262

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

You can expect to pay from $262 to $322 for a bus ticket from Austin to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $262 which is on 2024-05-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Austin to San Diego.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Austin to San Diego.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Austin to San Diego that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Austin to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Austin by bus?

Bus from San Diego to Austin

You can also go to San Diego by train

Train from Austin to San Diego

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