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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price 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 Stop | Fastest | ||||
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 Station | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Greyhound Bus Stop | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Austin to San Diego
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 R 3 366, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Austin to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to San Diego start at R 2 057. The average price for this route is around R 4 429. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
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 1864 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Valley Transit.
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.
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.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to San Diego?
A bus trip from Austin to San Diego produces an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to San Diego?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 684To 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 R 4 684 to R 6 936 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 R 4 684, which is on 2025-12-21.
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
