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What is the best way to travel from Columbus, OH to San Diego?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to San Diego from Columbus, OH. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
51h 15m
£136
£168
36
Flight
7h 5m
£167
£268
30

What is the cheapest way to reach San Diego from Columbus, OH?

You can reach San Diego with just £136 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £136
Monday
from £167
Tuesday
from £178
Wednesday
Thursday
from £145
Friday
from £177
Saturday
from £175

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    57h 25m
    0
    04:50
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    14:15
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £136
  • FlixBus
    56h 45m
    0
    09:25
    Columbus, OH
    University
    18:10
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £153
  • FlixBus
    56h 25m
    0
    09:45
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    18:10
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £153
  • FlixBus
    56h 10m
    0
    09:25
    Columbus, OH
    University
    17:35
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £156
  • Greyhound US
    51h 15m
    0
    14:30
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    17:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £166

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    39h 34m
    0
    11:46
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    00:20
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £167
  • Spirit Airlines
    26h 57m
    0
    22:01
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    21:58
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £180
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 44m
    0
    18:15
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £227
  • United Airlines
    8h 48m
    0
    06:00
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    11:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £234
  • Piedmont Airlines (1993)
    12h 20m
    0
    14:39
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Piedmont Airlines (1993)
    Economy
    from £427

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    52h 15m
    0
    14:30
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    18:45
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £178
  • Greyhound US
    58h 0m
    0
    04:50
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    14:50
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £179
  • Greyhound US
    52h 10m
    0
    22:05
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    02:15
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £180
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • United Airlines
    8h 48m
    0
    06:00
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    11:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £234
  • United Airlines
    8h 26m
    0
    06:10
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    11:36
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £234
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 55m
    0
    05:39
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    12:34
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £294
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 34m
    0
    06:00
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    16:34
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £298
  • Piedmont Airlines (1993)
    12h 20m
    0
    14:39
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Piedmont Airlines (1993)
    Economy
    from £298

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    83h 10m
    0
    23:30
    Columbus, OH
    University
    10:40
    San Diego
    Balboa Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £145
  • FlixBus
    86h 5m
    0
    23:30
    Columbus, OH
    University
    13:35
    San Diego
    SDSU Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £145
  • FlixBus
    83h 25m
    0
    23:15
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    10:40
    San Diego
    Balboa Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £145
  • Greyhound US
    68h 10m
    0
    14:30
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    10:40
    San Diego
    Balboa Park
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £152
  • Greyhound US
    57h 25m
    0
    04:50
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    14:15
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £154
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Spirit Airlines
    29h 31m
    0
    05:10
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    07:41
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £208
  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 36m
    0
    18:23
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £227
  • United Airlines
    8h 48m
    0
    06:00
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    11:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £234
  • Piedmont Airlines (1993)
    12h 20m
    0
    14:39
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Piedmont Airlines (1993)
    Economy
    from £358
  • American Airlines
    13h 55m
    0
    07:49
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    18:44
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from £415

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    52h 10m
    0
    22:05
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    02:15
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £177
  • Greyhound US
    51h 50m
    0
    14:30
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    18:20
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £185
  • Greyhound US
    58h 0m
    0
    04:50
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    14:50
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £192
  • FlixBus
    56h 55m
    0
    09:25
    Columbus, OH
    University
    18:20
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £211
  • FlixBus
    56h 35m
    0
    09:45
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    18:20
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £211

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Spirit Airlines
    7h 5m
    0
    19:46
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    23:51
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £175
  • United Airlines
    8h 25m
    0
    15:30
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    20:55
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £233
  • United Airlines
    9h 20m
    0
    16:00
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    22:20
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £233
  • Spirit Airlines
    15h 34m
    0
    19:46
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    08:20
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £257
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 54m
    0
    05:40
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    12:34
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £425

What are the fastest trips from Columbus, OH to San Diego?

You can get to San Diego from Columbus, OH in just 7h 5m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 51h 15m
Monday
from 8h 44m
Tuesday
from 8h 26m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 8h 36m
Friday
from 51h 50m
Saturday
from 7h 5m

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    51h 15m
    0
    14:30
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    17:45
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £166
  • FlixBus
    56h 10m
    0
    09:25
    Columbus, OH
    University
    17:35
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £156
  • FlixBus
    56h 25m
    0
    09:45
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    18:10
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £153
  • FlixBus
    56h 45m
    0
    09:25
    Columbus, OH
    University
    18:10
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £153
  • Greyhound US
    57h 25m
    0
    04:50
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    14:15
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £136

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 44m
    0
    18:15
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £227
  • United Airlines
    8h 48m
    0
    06:00
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    11:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £234
  • Piedmont Airlines (1993)
    12h 20m
    0
    14:39
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Piedmont Airlines (1993)
    Economy
    from £427
  • Spirit Airlines
    26h 57m
    0
    22:01
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    21:58
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £180
  • Frontier Airlines
    39h 34m
    0
    11:46
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    00:20
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £167

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • United Airlines
    8h 26m
    0
    06:10
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    11:36
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £234
  • United Airlines
    8h 48m
    0
    06:00
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    11:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £234
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 55m
    0
    05:39
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    12:34
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £294
  • Piedmont Airlines (1993)
    12h 20m
    0
    14:39
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Piedmont Airlines (1993)
    Economy
    from £298
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 34m
    0
    06:00
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    16:34
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £298
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    52h 10m
    0
    22:05
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    02:15
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £180
  • Greyhound US
    52h 15m
    0
    14:30
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    18:45
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £178
  • Greyhound US
    58h 0m
    0
    04:50
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    14:50
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £179

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Alaska Airlines
    8h 36m
    0
    18:23
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £227
  • United Airlines
    8h 48m
    0
    06:00
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    11:48
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £234
  • Piedmont Airlines (1993)
    12h 20m
    0
    14:39
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Piedmont Airlines (1993)
    Economy
    from £358
  • American Airlines
    13h 55m
    0
    07:49
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    18:44
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from £415
  • Spirit Airlines
    29h 31m
    0
    05:10
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    07:41
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £208
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    57h 25m
    0
    04:50
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    14:15
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £154
  • Greyhound US
    68h 10m
    0
    14:30
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    10:40
    San Diego
    Balboa Park
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £152
  • FlixBus
    83h 10m
    0
    23:30
    Columbus, OH
    University
    10:40
    San Diego
    Balboa Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £145
  • FlixBus
    83h 25m
    0
    23:15
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    10:40
    San Diego
    Balboa Park
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £145
  • FlixBus
    86h 5m
    0
    23:30
    Columbus, OH
    University
    13:35
    San Diego
    SDSU Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £145

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    51h 50m
    0
    14:30
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    18:20
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £185
  • Greyhound US
    52h 10m
    0
    22:05
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    02:15
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £177
  • FlixBus
    56h 35m
    0
    09:45
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    18:20
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £211
  • FlixBus
    56h 55m
    0
    09:25
    Columbus, OH
    University
    18:20
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £211
  • Greyhound US
    58h 0m
    0
    04:50
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    14:50
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £192

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Spirit Airlines
    7h 5m
    0
    19:46
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    23:51
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £175
  • United Airlines
    8h 25m
    0
    15:30
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    20:55
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £233
  • United Airlines
    9h 20m
    0
    16:00
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    22:20
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £233
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 54m
    0
    05:40
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    12:34
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £425
  • Spirit Airlines
    15h 34m
    0
    19:46
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    08:20
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £257
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Columbus, OH to San Diego

What are the most popular stations in Columbus, OH and San Diego?

In Columbus, OH, you will usually depart from University, Greyhound Bus Station or ABM Public Parking, while in San Diego you will be arriving at Santa Fe Depot, San Ysidro Transit Center or Old Town Transit Center, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to San Diego from Columbus, OH? With 6 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Columbus, OH and San Diego, you can pay as low as £136 with a Bus from Greyhound US.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Spirit Airlines: you will get to San Diego in just 7h 5m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Columbus, OH and San Diego are Greyhound US, FlixBus and United Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Columbus, OH and San Diego is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Upper Arlington, OH or to San Diego Airport, and look at flights from Columbus Airport, and landing at Tijuana Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Columbus, OH to San Diego?

The most popular companies between Columbus, OH and San Diego, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and United Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Columbus, OH to San Diego

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Columbus, OH to San Diego. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Columbus, OH to San Diego

How can I reach San Diego from Columbus, OH?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to San Diego from Columbus, OH.

How far is San Diego from Columbus, OH?

The distance between Columbus, OH and San Diego is 3,142.3 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Columbus, OH and San Diego?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 85 kgs of CO2, a train 110 kgs, a car 534 kgs, and a flight 773 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Columbus, OH to San Diego?

You can get to San Diego with just £136 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbus, OH to San Diego?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to San Diego in just 7h 5m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

More routes to Columbus, OH and to San Diego

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Columbus, OH and to San Diego. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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