Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for San Diego to Austin on December 11
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus + Valley Transit
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
Greyhound + Valley Transit + FlixBus
Bus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Austin South CongressNo tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Austin Eastside Bus PlazaNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
Downtown AustinNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego to Austin

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day
1d 19hAverage Duration
1158 milesDistance
47kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$117 - $429Average Duration1d 19h
47kg CO₂e
Average Price$270 - $1,017Average Duration1d 15h
169kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to Austin, TX, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Austin?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Austin start from $117. The average price for this route is around $266. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Austin?

    The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Austin is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1158 miles (1867 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Austin route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Austin?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Austin at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Austin?

    A bus trip from San Diego to Austin generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Diego to Austin?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Austin?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to Austin?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Austin?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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

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