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

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Diego to Austin on 22 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day
1d 19hAverage duration
1158 milesDistance
47kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£89 - £329Average duration1d 19h
47kg CO₂e
Average price£340 - £779Average duration1d 15h
169kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from San Diego to Austin start from £89. The average price for this route is around £203. 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 San Diego to Austin?

    The average bus journey time from San Diego to Austin is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1158 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. 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 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:35.

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

    A bus journey from San Diego to Austin 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 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 5654 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

    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 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US?

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