What is the best way to travel from New Orleans, LA to San Diego?
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What is the cheapest way to reach San Diego from New Orleans, LA?
You can get to San Diego with just $179 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Greyhound US51h 45m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport10:40 AMSan DiegoSeaport Village0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/5/2025 6:55:00 AM to Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $327 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 45m
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Greyhound US50h 20m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport9:15 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/5/2025 6:55:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $327 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 20m
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Greyhound US50h 35m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport9:30 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/5/2025 6:55:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $327 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 35m
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Greyhound US49h 50m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport8:45 AMSan DiegoLa Jolla Village0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/5/2025 6:55:00 AM to La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 8:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $327 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 50m
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Greyhound US46h 45m010:30 AMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles9:15 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/5/2025 10:30:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $327 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 45m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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Greyhound US46h 15m010:30 AMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles8:45 AMSan DiegoLa Jolla Village0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/6/2025 10:30:00 AM to La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 8:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $192 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 15m
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Greyhound US46h 45m010:30 AMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles9:15 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/6/2025 10:30:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $193 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 45m
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Greyhound US47h 0m010:30 AMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles9:30 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/6/2025 10:30:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $193 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 0m
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Greyhound US50h 20m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport9:15 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/6/2025 6:55:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $198 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 20m
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Greyhound US50h 35m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport9:30 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/6/2025 6:55:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $198 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 35m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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Greyhound US47h 35m010:30 AMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles10:05 AMSan DiegoSan Ysidro Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/8/2025 10:30:00 AM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/10/2025 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $179 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 35m
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Greyhound US51h 10m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport10:05 AMSan DiegoSan Ysidro Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/8/2025 6:55:00 AM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/10/2025 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $182 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 10m
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Greyhound US46h 15m05:55 PMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles4:10 PMSan DiegoSan Ysidro Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/8/2025 5:55:00 PM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/10/2025 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $182 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 15m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Greyhound US47h 50m05:55 PMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles5:45 PMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/9/2025 5:55:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $209 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 50m
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Greyhound US45h 25m05:55 PMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles3:20 PMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/9/2025 5:55:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $212 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 25m
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Greyhound US44h 55m05:55 PMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles2:50 PMSan DiegoLa Jolla Village0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/9/2025 5:55:00 PM to La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 2:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $212 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 55m
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Greyhound US45h 45m05:55 PMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles3:40 PMSan DiegoSDSU Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/9/2025 5:55:00 PM to SDSU Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $213 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 45m
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Greyhound US46h 15m05:55 PMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles4:10 PMSan DiegoSan Ysidro Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/9/2025 5:55:00 PM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $215 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 15m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from New Orleans, LA to San Diego?
You can get to San Diego from New Orleans, LA in just 44h 55m with a Bus from Greyhound US. 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.
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Greyhound US46h 45m010:30 AMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles9:15 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/5/2025 10:30:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $327 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 45m
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Greyhound US49h 50m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport8:45 AMSan DiegoLa Jolla Village0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/5/2025 6:55:00 AM to La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 8:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $327 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 50m
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Greyhound US50h 20m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport9:15 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/5/2025 6:55:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $327 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 20m
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Greyhound US50h 35m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport9:30 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/5/2025 6:55:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $327 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 35m
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Greyhound US51h 45m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport10:40 AMSan DiegoSeaport Village0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/5/2025 6:55:00 AM to Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/7/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $327 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 45m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Greyhound US46h 15m010:30 AMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles8:45 AMSan DiegoLa Jolla Village0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/6/2025 10:30:00 AM to La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 8:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $192 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 15m
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Greyhound US46h 45m010:30 AMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles9:15 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/6/2025 10:30:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $193 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 45m
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Greyhound US47h 0m010:30 AMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles9:30 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/6/2025 10:30:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $193 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 0m
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Greyhound US50h 20m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport9:15 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/6/2025 6:55:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $198 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 20m
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Greyhound US50h 35m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport9:30 AMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/6/2025 6:55:00 AM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/8/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $198 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 35m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Greyhound US46h 15m05:55 PMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles4:10 PMSan DiegoSan Ysidro Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/8/2025 5:55:00 PM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/10/2025 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $182 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 15m
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Greyhound US47h 35m010:30 AMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles10:05 AMSan DiegoSan Ysidro Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/8/2025 10:30:00 AM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/10/2025 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $179 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 35m
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Greyhound US51h 10m06:55 AMNew Orleans AirportNew Orleans Airport10:05 AMSan DiegoSan Ysidro Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from New Orleans Airport, New Orleans Airport (USA) at 7/8/2025 6:55:00 AM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/10/2025 10:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $182 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 10m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Greyhound US44h 55m05:55 PMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles2:50 PMSan DiegoLa Jolla Village0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/9/2025 5:55:00 PM to La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 2:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $212 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 55m
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Greyhound US45h 25m05:55 PMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles3:20 PMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/9/2025 5:55:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $212 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 25m
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Greyhound US45h 45m05:55 PMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles3:40 PMSan DiegoSDSU Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/9/2025 5:55:00 PM to SDSU Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 3:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $213 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 45m
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Greyhound US46h 15m05:55 PMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles4:10 PMSan DiegoSan Ysidro Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/9/2025 5:55:00 PM to San Ysidro Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 4:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $215 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 15m
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Greyhound US47h 50m05:55 PMNew Orleans, LACanal and Charles5:45 PMSan DiegoOld Town Transit Center0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) at 7/9/2025 5:55:00 PM to Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) arriving at 7/11/2025 5:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $209 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 50m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from New Orleans, LA to San Diego
What are the most popular stations in New Orleans, LA and San Diego?
In New Orleans, LA, you will usually depart from Loyola @ Tulane, Canal St or Poydras @ St Charles, while in San Diego you will be arriving at Santa Fe Depot, San Ysidro Transit Center 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 New Orleans, LA? With 4 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 New Orleans, LA and San Diego, you can pay as low as $179 with a Bus from Greyhound US.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 Bus from Greyhound US: you will get to San Diego in just 44h 55m.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 New Orleans, LA and San Diego are Greyhound US, 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 New Orleans, LA 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 Arabi, LA or to San Diego Airport, and look at flights from New Orleans 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 New Orleans, LA to San Diego?
The most popular companies between New Orleans, LA and San Diego, are Greyhound US. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Greyhound US
All you need to know when you travel from New Orleans, LA to San Diego
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from New Orleans, LA 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 New Orleans, LA to San Diego
How can I reach San Diego from New Orleans, LA?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Diego from New Orleans, LA.
How far is San Diego from New Orleans, LA?
The distance between New Orleans, LA and San Diego is 1,606.2 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between New Orleans, LA 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 70 kgs of CO2, a train 90 kgs, a car 439 kgs, and a flight 636 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from New Orleans, LA to San Diego?
You can get to San Diego with just $179 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.
What is the fastest way to get from New Orleans, LA 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 44h 55m with a Bus from Greyhound US.
More routes to New Orleans, LA and to San Diego
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to New Orleans, LA and to San Diego. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!