Find coaches from San Diego, CA, US to Nashville, TN

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Nashville

Bus
Average priceUS$161 - US$380Average duration2d
70kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$311 - US$420Average duration2d 16h
255kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego to Nashville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Nashville. The journey takes about 2 days, 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
2d Average duration
US$161Cheapest ticket
70kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to Nashville, TN: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$203
Average bus trip duration2d
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure07:15
Distance1738 miles
Latest bus departure19:35

San Diego to Nashville Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - Nashville, TN

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

    The distance between San Diego and Nashville by coach is approximately 1738 miles (2804 km).

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

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
28/08
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29/08
US$164
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01/09
US$138
02/09
US$185
03/09
US$195
04/09
US$187
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Nashville, TN was searched and found on 1 Sept 2025 with a price of US$138

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Nashville, TN as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$138 to US$195 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Nashville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$138, which is on 2025-09-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Diego to Nashville.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Diego to Nashville 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 Nashville while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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.

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