Find coaches from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Diego to Austin on 23 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound
Greyhound Bus Stop
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Greyhound Bus Stop
Downtown AustinNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Greyhound Bus Stop
Downtown AustinNo tags
Greyhound + Valley Transit
Greyhound Bus Stop
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Greyhound Bus Stop
Austin South CongressNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Austin

Bus
Average priceUS$123 - US$253Average duration1d 19h
47kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$188 - US$406Average duration1d 15h
169kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Austin

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
1d 19hAverage duration
US$123Cheapest ticket
47kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$159
Average bus trip duration1d 19h
Number of daily buses22
Earliest bus departure06:45
Distance1158 miles
Latest bus departure19:35

San Diego to Austin Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Austin, TX, US

  1. How far is Austin from San Diego by coach?

    The distance between San Diego and Austin by coach is approximately 1154 miles (1861 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Austin from San Diego without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Diego and Austin!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Diego to Austin, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Diego to Austin will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Diego to Austin while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to San Diego, CA, US by bus?

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