Bus from Austin, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Austin to San Diego on 20 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Greyhound Bus StopFastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
UCSD Health La Jolla StationNo tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 18:10 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 £150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
1d 17hAverage duration
1152 milesDistance
169kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£92 - £380Average duration1d 20h
47kg CO₂e
Average price£150 - £341Average duration1d 17h
169kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from Austin to San Diego start from £92. The average price for this route is around £198. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. 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 1156 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Valley Transit.

  3. Which bus companies service the Austin to San Diego route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. 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.

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

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

  6. Which 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 87435 reviews.

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

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

  8. 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.

  9. 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
17/12
£293
18/12
£309
Today
£290
20/12
£259
21/12
£209
22/12
No data
23/12
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24/12
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of £209

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 £209 to £309 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 £209, which is on 2025-12-21.

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