Bus Tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US
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Next departures for San Diego to Austin on November 19
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Greyhound + FlixBus + Valley Transit
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San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
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Greyhound + Valley Transit + FlixBus
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UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Austin South Congress
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Valley Transit + Greyhound
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
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FlixBus + Greyhound
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Greyhound Bus Stop
Downtown Austin
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Austin
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 14 minutes and with fares starting at just $231, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
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.
Based on 5593 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $222
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
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US by bus
What is the travel distance from San Diego to Austin?
The distance separating San Diego and Austin is 1154 miles (1861 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Diego to Austin?
The majority of buses traveling from San Diego to Austin start their journey at Mission Valley Sheraton and wind up at Greyhound Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
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
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
