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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Austin to San Diego from various bus operators like FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico or Greyhound US for the next days.
today
tomorrow
from $146
Sunday
from $123
Monday
from $171
Tuesday
from $221
Wednesday
from $231
Thursday
from $152

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    33h 50m
    0
    7:55 AM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    5:45 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $146
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    34h 25m
    0
    7:55 AM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    6:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $147
  • FlixBus
    59h 50m
    0
    10:50 PM
    Austin
    Tornado & El Expreso
    10:40 AM
    San Diego
    Balboa Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $148
  • FlixBus
    60h 5m
    0
    10:35 PM
    Austin
    North Austin/The Domain
    10:40 AM
    San Diego
    Balboa Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $148
  • Greyhound US
    37h 30m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    1:15 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $174
  • Did you know that if you travel from Austin to San Diego via Calexico, CA, you can save more than $20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      33h 50m
      0
      7:55 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      2:30 PM
      Calexico, CA
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $99
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Busbud
      3h 0m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Calexico, CA
      Bus Station
      5:45 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $26
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $20

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    46h 40m
    0
    10:50 PM
    Austin
    Austin South Congress Bus Stop
    9:30 PM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $123
  • FlixBus
    58h 25m
    0
    10:50 PM
    Austin
    Austin South Congress Bus Stop
    9:15 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $126
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    33h 50m
    0
    7:55 AM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    5:45 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $131
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    33h 45m
    0
    3:30 AM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    1:15 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $148
  • Greyhound US
    42h 0m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    5:45 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $159

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    37h 15m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    9:30 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $171
  • FlixBus
    36h 30m
    0
    8:15 PM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    8:45 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $172
  • Greyhound US
    43h 10m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    6:55 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $176
  • Greyhound US
    42h 50m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    6:35 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $176
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    33h 50m
    0
    7:55 AM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    5:45 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $185
  • Did you know that if you travel from Austin to San Diego via Calexico, CA, you can save more than $45? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      33h 50m
      0
      7:55 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      2:30 PM
      Calexico, CA
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $99
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Busbud
      3h 0m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Calexico, CA
      Bus Station
      5:45 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $26
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $45

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    39h 20m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    3:05 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $221
  • Greyhound US
    38h 50m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    2:35 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $225
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    39h 25m
    0
    3:30 AM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    6:55 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $230
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    39h 5m
    0
    3:30 AM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    6:35 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $230
  • FlixBus
    52h 10m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Austin
    Tornado & El Expreso
    1:50 AM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $233
  • Did you know that if you travel from Austin to San Diego via Calexico, CA, you can save more than $97? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      57h 50m
      0
      7:55 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      2:30 PM
      Calexico, CA
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $99
      • Waiting Time 24h 15m
    • Busbud
      3h 0m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Calexico, CA
      Bus Station
      5:45 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $25
    Travel time is 19h 0m longer, but you will save $97

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    44h 20m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Austin
    RedCoach Stop
    5:45 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $231
  • FlixBus
    44h 5m
    0
    9:40 PM
    Austin
    Austin South Congress Bus Stop
    5:45 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $231
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    39h 55m
    0
    7:55 AM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    11:50 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $233
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    35h 35m
    0
    3:30 AM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    3:05 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $234
  • Greyhound US
    42h 0m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    5:45 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $234
  • Did you know that if you travel from Austin to San Diego via Calexico, CA, you can save more than $105? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      33h 50m
      0
      7:55 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      2:30 PM
      Calexico, CA
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $99
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Busbud
      3h 0m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Calexico, CA
      Bus Station
      5:45 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $26
    Travel Time is 1h 45m shorter, and you will save $105

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    39h 55m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    3:40 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $152
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    34h 25m
    0
    7:55 AM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    6:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $154
  • Greyhound US
    37h 50m
    0
    11:45 PM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    1:35 PM
    San Diego
    SDSU Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $160
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    33h 50m
    0
    7:55 AM
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
    5:45 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $168
  • FlixBus
    44h 55m
    0
    9:25 PM
    Austin
    North Austin/The Domain
    6:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $170
  • Did you know that if you travel from Austin to San Diego via Calexico, CA, you can save more than $26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      33h 50m
      0
      7:55 AM
      Austin
      5119 Eastside Bus Plaza
      2:30 PM
      Calexico, CA
      Bus Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $99
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • Busbud
      3h 0m
      0
      2:45 PM
      Calexico, CA
      Bus Station
      5:45 PM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $26
    Travel time is the same as the direct connection, but you will save $26

Frequency of bus connections between Austin and San Diego

See here how frequent the connections between Austin and San Diego are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 50 daily buses from Austin to San Diego. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 18 daily coaches between Austin and San Diego.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 111 buses from Austin to San Diego, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Austin and San Diego, with 14 offers.

Facts about the bus from Austin to San Diego

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico and Greyhound US that travel 33 times every day by bus from Austin to San Diego in one click! Book your bus ticket from Austin to San Diego starting from $123!

Cheapest Bus $123
Fastest Bus 33h 25m
Earliest Bus 3:30 AM
Latest Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 33 Ø
Distance 1,154.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Austin to San Diego

Every day, 33 buses from 3 bus companies leave Austin for San Diego: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/16/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/11
Monday 05/12
Tuesday 05/13
Wednesday 05/14
Thursday 05/15
Friday 05/16
Saturday 05/17
$146
Sunday 05/18
$123
Monday 05/19
$190
Tuesday 05/20
$238
Wednesday 05/21
$231
Thursday 05/22
$160
Friday 05/23
$165
Saturday 05/24
$222
Sunday 05/25
Monday 05/26
Tuesday 05/27
Wednesday 05/28
Thursday 05/29
Friday 05/30
Saturday 05/31
Sunday 06/01
Monday 06/02
$140
Tuesday 06/03
Wednesday 06/04
Thursday 06/05
Friday 06/06
Saturday 06/07

The cheapest time to travel from Austin to San Diego

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Austin to San Diego, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $123, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Austin to San Diego. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $231.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Austin to San Diego, with $123. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $148.

How to save money travelling from Austin to San Diego

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Austin to San Diego in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Austin to San Diego, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Austin to San Diego are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Austin to San Diego

These are the most booked bus companies between Austin to San Diego from our users.

Greyhound Lines Mexico from Austin to San Diego

Greyhound Lines Mexico

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound Lines Mexico bus route Austin to San Diego:

Cheapest Price $131
Fastest Bus 33h 25m
Earliest Bus 3:30 AM
Last Bus 7:55 AM
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 5/13/2025

FlixBus from Austin to San Diego

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Austin to San Diego:

Cheapest Price $123
Fastest Bus 36h 30m
Earliest Bus 8:20 AM
Last Bus 9:40 PM
Daily Connections 23 Ø
Found on 5/13/2025

All bus stations and stops in Austin and San Diego

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Austin and San Diego.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Austin to San Diego

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Austin to San Diego? Or which bus companies serve the route Austin to San Diego? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Austin to San Diego bus

How much does a Austin San Diego bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $123 and takes 46h 40m to reach San Diego. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Austin to San Diego?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $123 and $284. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Diego.

On average, how many connections are available from Austin to San Diego each day?

Every day, the Austin to San Diego bus route is served by approximately 33 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Austin to San Diego take?

The fastest bus from Austin to San Diego is offered by Greyhound Lines Mexico and takes 33h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $155. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Austin to San Diego?

The earliest bus arriving in San Diego from Austin starts at 3:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Austin to San Diego?

The latest bus trip departing from Austin for San Diego starts at 11:45 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Austin San Diego route?

When traveling by bus from Austin to San Diego, passengers can travel with FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Austin and San Diego?

You can check all the direct connections between Austin and San Diego by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus, Greyhound Lines Mexico and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Austin to San Diego bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Austin San Diego bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Austin San Diego bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Austin to San Diego on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Austin to San Diego

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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