What is the travel distance from Houston to San Diego?

The distance separating Houston and San Diego is 1300 miles (2097 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Houston to San Diego?

The majority of buses traveling from Houston to San Diego start their journey at Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway and wind up at Mission Valley Sheraton. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

Once in San Diego, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Boat Tours in San Diego, Cabrillo National Monument, Old Point Loma Lighthouse, San Diego Bay Waterfront and Pacific Surf School.

Bus Houston to San Diego from $108 | Compare & Save up to 53%

TodayAug 8

TomorrowAug 9

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from $211

WedAug 13

ThuAug 14

from $190

FriAug 15

from $197

Cheap buses leaving Tuesday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: August 12 at 8:20am
Departure city: Houston
Departure location: Houston Bus Station
Arrival time: August 13 at 11:50pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 17h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: August 12 at 7:00pm
Departure city: Houston
Departure location: Houston Bus Station
Arrival time: August 14 at 8:45am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 15h
Departure time: August 12 at 2:00am
Departure city: Houston
Departure location: Houston Bus Station
Arrival time: August 13 at 6:10pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 18h
Departure time: August 12 at 7:00pm
Departure city: Houston
Departure location: Houston Bus Station
Arrival time: August 14 at 9:30am
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 16h
Departure time: August 12 at 7:35pm
Departure city: Houston
Departure location: Downtown Gray & Smith
Arrival time: August 14 at 6:10pm
Destination city: San Diego
Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2d

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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to San Diego.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$132 - $600	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$167 - $316	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 191kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Houston to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $167, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

1d 16hAverage Duration

$167Cheapest ticket

191kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$212

Average bus trip duration1d 22h

Number of daily buses40

Earliest bus departure2:00am

Distance1298 miles (2093 km)

Latest bus departure11:20pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,166 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Houston San Diego recent customer reviews

Two connections were very late but the drivers made up the time. One driver was very nasty and rude but other than that it was okay

Edward W.

December 8, 2021

I appreciated all the help from Iris at the Houston Station She was amazing, changed all my trip to the better! Thanks!!

Gabriela Yaquelin L.

April 20, 2018

FlixBus

3.5/59,934 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Valley Transit

3/527 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.7

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Houston to San Diego Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Houston to San Diego.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Houston to San Diego from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Houston to San Diego, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Houston and San Diego?

Stops in Houston

A - Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway

B - Harrisburg Senda Station

C - Harrisburg Greyhound Station

D - Clay St & Louisiana St

E - Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr

F - Harrisburg El Expreso Station

Stops in San Diego

A - Mission Valley Sheraton

B - Old Town Courtyard Marriot

C - Downtown Holiday Inn

D - Greyhound Station

E - Market St. & Park Blvd

F - San Ysidro McDonald's

Frequently asked questions for your trip Houston, US - San Diego, CA, US

What is the travel distance from Houston to San Diego?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Houston to San Diego?
What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

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

Best price found

08/06

$246

08/07

$168

Today

$137

08/09

$125

08/10

No data

08/11

$150

08/12

$204

08/13

$210

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Aug 9, 2025 with a price of $125

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

You can expect to pay from $125 to $426 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $125 which is on 2025-08-09.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Houston to San Diego but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Houston to San Diego that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 22h	Avg Price$212	Daily Departures40
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 16h	Avg Price$227	Daily Departures2

Will you be returning to Houston, US by bus?

Bus from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US

You can also go to San Diego, CA, US by train

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Bus Tickets from Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US

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Bus Houston, US to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

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Greyhound Houston San Diego recent customer reviews

Houston to San Diego Bus

Where are the popular stops in Houston and San Diego?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Houston, US - San Diego, CA, US

What is the travel distance from Houston to San Diego?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Houston to San Diego?

What are the best sights and things to do in San Diego?

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

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

Will you be returning to Houston, US by bus?

You can also go to San Diego, CA, US by train

Top traveled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

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