How to get from Houston to San Diego

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What is the best way to travel from Houston to San Diego?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
36h 5m
$181
$254
32
Flight
6h 49m
$71
$373
40

What is the cheapest way to reach San Diego from Houston?

You can get to San Diego with just $71 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Saturday
from $181
Sunday
from $114
Monday
from $71
Tuesday
from $311
Wednesday
Thursday
from $147
Friday
from $219

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    48h 30m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    6:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $181
  • FlixBus
    48h 10m
    0
    7:35 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    5:45 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $181
  • FlixBus
    48h 20m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    6:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $182
  • Greyhound US
    39h 30m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    9:45 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $184
  • Greyhound US
    36h 5m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    6:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $185

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    19h 4m
    0
    9:06 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    2:10 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $114
  • Viva Aerobus
    10h 55m
    0
    10:35 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $192
  • Viva Aerobus
    12h 30m
    0
    8:35 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:05 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $217
  • Volaris
    9h 29m
    0
    10:48 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    6:17 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from $332
  • Spirit Airlines
    11h 38m
    0
    6:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    3:38 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $335
  • Volaris
    13h 39m
    0
    7:36 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:15 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from $429

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    21h 11m
    0
    10:42 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:53 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $71
  • Spirit Airlines
    11h 24m
    0
    8:16 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:40 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $172
  • Viva Aerobus
    10h 55m
    0
    10:35 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $193
  • Viva Aerobus
    22h 0m
    0
    11:30 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $212
  • Spirit Airlines
    8h 38m
    0
    6:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    12:38 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $215
  • Volaris
    11h 31m
    0
    8:58 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    6:29 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from $275

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    57h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $311
  • FlixBus
    55h 10m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    11:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $311
  • FlixBus
    57h 5m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    1:40 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $311
  • Greyhound US
    44h 45m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    1:40 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $314
  • Greyhound US
    45h 15m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $316

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Frontier Airlines
    14h 27m
    0
    11:32 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    11:59 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $147
  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 46m
    0
    5:54 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:40 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $301
  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 18m
    0
    5:54 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:12 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $318
  • Viva Aerobus
    18h 10m
    0
    10:35 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    2:45 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $334
  • Viva Aerobus
    9h 35m
    0
    11:30 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:05 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $341
  • Volaris
    10h 9m
    0
    11:51 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:00 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from $407

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    38h 10m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $219
  • Greyhound US
    37h 40m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    1:40 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $220
  • Greyhound US
    40h 0m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:15 PM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $269
  • FlixBus
    45h 25m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    10:05 AM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $315
  • FlixBus
    49h 30m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $315

What are the fastest trips from Houston to San Diego?

You can get to San Diego from Houston in just 6h 49m with a Flight from American Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 36h 5m
Sunday
from 6h 54m
Monday
from 6h 54m
Tuesday
from 44h 45m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 6h 49m
Friday
from 37h 40m

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    36h 5m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    6:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $185
  • Greyhound US
    39h 30m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    9:45 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $184
  • FlixBus
    48h 10m
    0
    7:35 PM
    Houston
    Downtown Houston
    5:45 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $181
  • FlixBus
    48h 20m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    6:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $182
  • FlixBus
    48h 30m
    0
    7:50 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    6:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $181

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • American Airlines
    6h 54m
    0
    5:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    9:54 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $664
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 39m
    0
    6:08 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    12:47 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $452
  • Volaris
    9h 29m
    0
    10:48 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    6:17 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from $332
  • Viva Aerobus
    10h 55m
    0
    10:35 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $192
  • Spirit Airlines
    11h 38m
    0
    6:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    3:38 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $335
  • Viva Aerobus
    12h 30m
    0
    8:35 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:05 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $217

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • American Airlines
    6h 54m
    0
    5:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    9:54 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $666
  • Spirit Airlines
    8h 38m
    0
    6:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    12:38 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $215
  • Viva Aerobus
    10h 55m
    0
    10:35 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $193
  • Spirit Airlines
    11h 24m
    0
    8:16 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:40 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $172
  • Volaris
    11h 31m
    0
    8:58 PM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    6:29 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from $275
  • Alaska Airlines
    12h 22m
    0
    6:08 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    4:30 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $448

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    44h 45m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    1:40 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $314
  • Greyhound US
    45h 15m
    0
    6:55 PM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $316
  • FlixBus
    55h 10m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    11:45 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $311
  • FlixBus
    57h 5m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    1:40 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $311
  • FlixBus
    57h 35m
    0
    6:35 AM
    Houston
    SW Agencia Autobuses
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $311

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • American Airlines
    6h 49m
    0
    5:00 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    9:49 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $665
  • Spirit Airlines
    8h 28m
    0
    9:55 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    4:23 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $429
  • Viva Aerobus
    9h 35m
    0
    11:30 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    7:05 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $341
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 35m
    0
    7:01 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    2:36 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $452
  • Volaris
    10h 9m
    0
    11:51 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    8:00 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from $407
  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 18m
    0
    5:54 AM
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport
    5:12 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $318

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    37h 40m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    1:40 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $220
  • Greyhound US
    38h 10m
    0
    2:00 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $219
  • Greyhound US
    40h 0m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Houston
    Harrisburg Blvd Station
    10:15 PM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $269
  • FlixBus
    45h 25m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    10:05 AM
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $315
  • FlixBus
    49h 30m
    0
    2:40 PM
    Houston
    Uptown/Upper Kirby
    2:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $315
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Houston to San Diego

What are the most popular stations in Houston and San Diego?

In Houston, you will usually depart from Hillcroft METRO Park and Ride Bus Station, Lockwood or Main St & Airline Dr, while in San Diego you will be arriving at San Ysidro Transit Center, University Av & Bancroft St Bus Stop or Old Town Transit Center, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to San Diego from Houston? With 7 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Houston and San Diego, you can pay as low as $71 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from American Airlines: you will get to San Diego in just 6h 49m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Houston and San Diego are FlixBus, Greyhound US and Viva Aerobus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Houston and San Diego is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from West University Place, TX or to San Diego Airport, and look at flights from William P. Hobby Airport, and landing at Tijuana Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Houston to San Diego?

The most popular companies between Houston and San Diego, are FlixBus, Greyhound US and Viva Aerobus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US

Airlines: Viva Aerobus, Spirit Airlines, Volaris and 5 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Houston to San Diego

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Houston to San Diego. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Houston to San Diego

How can I reach San Diego from Houston?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Diego from Houston.

How far is San Diego from Houston?

The distance between Houston and San Diego is 1,301.0 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Houston and San Diego?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 57 kgs of CO2, a train 73 kgs, a car 356 kgs, and a flight 515 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Houston to San Diego?

You can get to San Diego with just $71 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Houston to San Diego?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to San Diego in just 6h 49m with a Flight from American Airlines.

More routes to Houston and to San Diego

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Houston and to San Diego. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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