Bus Tickets from Austin, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US
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Next departures for Austin to San Diego on November 20
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Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
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Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Next departures for Austin to San Diego on November 22
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
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Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Greyhound Bus Stop
Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
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Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Greyhound Bus Stop
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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to San Diego
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours and with fares starting at just $196, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 33 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Valley Transit ticket prices on this trip start at $94
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
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US by bus
What is the distance between Austin and San Diego?
The distance between the two cities is 1154 miles (1861 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Austin to San Diego?
If you're headed to San Diego from Austin, chances are that your bus will depart from Greyhound Station and arrive at Mission Valley Sheraton. 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.
What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?
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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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$141
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$244
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$265
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The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $141
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 $141 to $265 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 $244 which is on 2025-11-20.
What's the cheapest way to go from Austin, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $141
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
