How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Houston?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Houston start from $147. The average price for this route is around $259. 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 Houston?

The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Houston is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1299 miles (2094 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to Houston route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Houston?

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Houston at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Houston?

A bus trip from San Diego to Houston generates an estimated 52 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 Houston?

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 San Diego to Houston?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Houston?

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 Houston?

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.

Bus San Diego to Houston from $139 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Diego to Houston on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	1:45pm	Downtown SD (Seaport)	1d 20h	11:55am	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:10pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	1d 12h	4:30am	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 18h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 19h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 20h	5:55pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Houston on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 16h	2:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 11h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 13h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 19h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 20h	5:55pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Houston on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:15pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	1d 18h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 11h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 13h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 21h	3:50pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	2d 6h	3:45am	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Houston on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:15pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	1d 18h	12:40pm	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 11h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 13h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 21h	3:50pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 20h	5:55pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Houston on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	1:45pm	Downtown SD (Seaport)	1d 22h	2:00pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
	Bus	10:00am	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 11h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:35am	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 13h	11:30pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	1d 19h	1:45pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	1d 20h	5:55pm	Houston Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Houston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

1d 20hAverage Duration

1299 milesDistance

52kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$147 - $633	Average Duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$278 - $1,219	Average Duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 191kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Houston?

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 Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,451 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

Greyhound San Diego Houston recent customer reviews

Worst trip ever I don't plan to take Gray hound any more

Betty R.

April 12, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511,732 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

FlixBus San Diego Houston recent customer reviews

My bus was running late so I lost my bus connection, then we were told to continue on that bus and at the end of the route they were gonna send us from Dallas to Houston which was our final stop. But after we arrive to Dallas the customer service stuff (who was only 1 person) she refuse to help us, after that started yelling at us and asking the security to remove us from the queue. Fortunately there was another girl from flixbus who help to relocate us in another bus.

Kevin E.

July 3, 2024

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Houston, 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 Houston?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Houston start from $147. The average price for this route is around $259. 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 Houston?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Houston is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 1299 miles (2094 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Houston at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Houston?
A bus trip from San Diego to Houston generates an estimated 52 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 Houston?
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 San Diego to Houston?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Houston?
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 Houston?
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

12/23

$314

12/24

$297

Today

$335

12/26

$307

12/27

$227

12/28

$419

12/29

$311

12/30

$149

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $149

To 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 Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $149 to $419 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $149 which is on 2025-12-30.