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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Downtown Austin | Cheapest | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico | Greyhound Bus Stop | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Fastest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit | Greyhound Bus Stop | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Austin
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 - 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
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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 $120. The average price for this route is around $272. 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 trip duration from San Diego to Austin is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1154 miles (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?
What is the earliest and latest departure time 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 recommended mode of travel 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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Austin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $223To 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 $223 to $922 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 $223 which is on 2026-01-11.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
