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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to San Diego from Nashville. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
45h 25m
$278
$315
12
Flight
6h 18m
$152
$285
42

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

You can get to San Diego with just $152 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.

Friday
from $159
Saturday
from $278
Sunday
from $152
Monday
from $163
Tuesday
from $293
Wednesday
Thursday
from $230

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Allegiant Air
    31h 56m
    0
    2:11 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    8:07 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Allegiant Air
    Economy
    from $159
  • United Airlines
    7h 25m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:30 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $235
  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 18m
    0
    7:41 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:59 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $273
  • American Airlines
    6h 54m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    9:54 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $282
  • Alaska Airlines
    7h 57m
    0
    5:25 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:22 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $282

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    55h 30m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    2:40 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $278
  • Greyhound US
    53h 30m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    10:35 AM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $289
  • Greyhound US
    46h 10m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    6:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $292
  • Greyhound US
    46h 0m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    6:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $337
  • Greyhound US
    45h 25m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    5:35 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $337

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 31m
    0
    2:20 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:51 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $152
  • United Airlines
    7h 1m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:01 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $234
  • American Airlines
    6h 54m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    9:54 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $291
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 2m
    0
    5:20 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:22 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $291
  • JetBlue Airways
    15h 11m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    7:11 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $484

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 18m
    0
    7:41 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:59 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $163
  • United Airlines
    7h 25m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:30 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $234
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 6m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    3:06 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $238
  • American Airlines
    6h 54m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    9:54 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $291
  • Spirit Airlines
    16h 44m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    8:29 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $394
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    46h 35m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    6:45 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $306
  • Greyhound US
    46h 0m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    6:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $332
  • Greyhound US
    45h 25m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    5:35 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $332
  • Greyhound US
    57h 15m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    4:25 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $339
  • Greyhound US
    55h 15m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    12:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $340

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    55h 30m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    2:40 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $293
  • Greyhound US
    55h 15m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    12:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $298
  • Greyhound US
    46h 35m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    6:45 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $327

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • United Airlines
    9h 6m
    0
    5:09 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    12:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $230
  • American Airlines
    8h 12m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:27 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $290
  • Spirit Airlines
    16h 34m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    8:19 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $372
  • Sun Country Airlines
    23h 4m
    0
    7:52 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    4:56 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $404
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 24m
    0
    5:43 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    12:07 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $406

What are the fastest trips from Nashville to San Diego?

You can get to San Diego from Nashville in just 6h 18m with a Flight from Frontier 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.

Friday
from 6h 18m
Saturday
from 45h 25m
Sunday
from 6h 54m
Monday
from 6h 18m
Tuesday
from 46h 35m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 8h 12m

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 18m
    0
    7:41 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:59 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $273
  • American Airlines
    6h 54m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    9:54 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $282
  • United Airlines
    7h 25m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:30 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $235
  • Alaska Airlines
    7h 57m
    0
    5:25 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:22 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $282
  • Allegiant Air
    31h 56m
    0
    2:11 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    8:07 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Allegiant Air
    Economy
    from $159

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    45h 25m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    5:35 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $337
  • Greyhound US
    46h 0m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    6:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $337
  • Greyhound US
    46h 10m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    6:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $292
  • Greyhound US
    53h 30m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    10:35 AM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $289
  • Greyhound US
    55h 30m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    2:40 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $278

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • American Airlines
    6h 54m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    9:54 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $291
  • United Airlines
    7h 1m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:01 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $234
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 2m
    0
    5:20 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:22 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $291
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 31m
    0
    2:20 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:51 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $152
  • JetBlue Airways
    15h 11m
    0
    6:00 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    7:11 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $484

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 18m
    0
    7:41 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:59 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $163
  • American Airlines
    6h 54m
    0
    5:00 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    9:54 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $291
  • United Airlines
    7h 25m
    0
    6:05 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:30 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $234
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 6m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    3:06 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $238
  • Spirit Airlines
    16h 44m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    8:29 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $394
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    45h 25m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    5:35 PM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $332
  • Greyhound US
    46h 0m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    6:10 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $332
  • Greyhound US
    46h 35m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    6:45 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $306
  • Greyhound US
    55h 15m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    12:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $340
  • Greyhound US
    57h 15m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    4:25 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $339

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    46h 35m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    6:45 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $327
  • Greyhound US
    55h 15m
    0
    7:05 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    12:20 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $298
  • Greyhound US
    55h 30m
    0
    9:10 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    2:40 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $293

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • American Airlines
    8h 12m
    0
    5:15 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    11:27 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $290
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 24m
    0
    5:43 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    12:07 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $406
  • United Airlines
    9h 6m
    0
    5:09 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    12:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $230
  • Spirit Airlines
    16h 34m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    8:19 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $372
  • Sun Country Airlines
    23h 4m
    0
    7:52 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    4:56 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $404
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Nashville to San Diego

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

In Nashville, you will usually depart from 5th Ave South Station, Tornado Bus Company or Municipal Auditorium, 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 Nashville? With 5 connections between 1 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 Nashville and San Diego, you can pay as low as $152 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 Frontier Airlines: you will get to San Diego in just 6h 18m.

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 Nashville and San Diego are Greyhound US, United Airlines and American Airlines, 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 Nashville 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 Oak Hill, TN or to San Diego Airport, and look at flights from Nashville 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 Nashville to San Diego?

The most popular companies between Nashville and San Diego, are Greyhound US, United Airlines and American Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US

Airlines: United Airlines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and 5 more.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Nashville 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 Nashville to San Diego

How can I reach San Diego from Nashville?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Diego from Nashville.

How far is San Diego from Nashville?

The distance between Nashville and San Diego is 1,740.7 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Nashville 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 76 kgs of CO2, a train 98 kgs, a car 476 kgs, and a flight 689 kgs.

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

You can get to San Diego with just $152 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Nashville 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 18m with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

More routes to Nashville and to San Diego

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

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