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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus Bus Station | Downtown SD (Seaport) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus Bus Station | Balboa Park | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Columbus Bus Station | Greyhound Bus Stop | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Columbus Bus Station | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus Bus Station | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | No tags |
Get from Columbus to San Diego
The journey takes about 2 days, 11 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and San Diego?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Columbus, OH to San Diego, CA, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to San Diego start from $136. The average price for this route is around $165. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Columbus to San Diego?
The average bus trip duration from Columbus to San Diego is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 1950 miles (3145 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to San Diego route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to San Diego at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to San Diego?
A bus trip from Columbus to San Diego generates an estimated 79 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Columbus to San Diego?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to San Diego?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Columbus to San Diego?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus to San Diego?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $328To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $328 to $329 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $328 which is on 2025-12-15.
