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

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Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
57h 50m
$149
$212
23
Flight
6h 55m
$218
$398
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What is the cheapest way to reach Columbus, OH from San Diego?

You can get to Columbus, OH with just $149 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Saturday
Sunday
Monday
from $149
Tuesday
from $210
Wednesday
from $224
Thursday
from $221
Friday
from $224

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    60h 5m
    0
    9:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $149
  • FlixBus
    59h 35m
    0
    9:30 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    9:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $149
  • Greyhound US
    59h 5m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $152
  • Greyhound US
    60h 35m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:10 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $186
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    62h 5m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    12:35 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $210
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    9h 26m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    6:41 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $218
  • United Airlines
    9h 25m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    6:40 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $303
  • American Airlines
    8h 46m
    0
    10:17 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:03 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $390
  • Alaska Airlines
    11h 49m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    9:04 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $478
  • Aeroméxico
    13h 47m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    4:52 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Aeroméxico
    Economy
    from $711

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    62h 5m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    12:35 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $210
  • Greyhound US
    62h 35m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    9:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $214
  • FlixBus
    61h 5m
    0
    6:55 AM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    8:00 PM
    Columbus, OH
    University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $216
  • FlixBus
    60h 55m
    0
    6:55 AM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    7:50 PM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $216
  • Greyhound US
    73h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    8:00 PM
    Columbus, OH
    University
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $219
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 12m
    0
    8:07 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:19 AM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $261
  • Frontier Airlines
    19h 30m
    0
    12:19 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:49 AM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $276
  • Alaska Airlines
    24h 12m
    0
    2:15 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    5:27 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $326
  • United Airlines
    10h 45m
    0
    8:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:00 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $367
  • Aeroméxico
    14h 38m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    5:43 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Aeroméxico
    Economy
    from $885

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    9h 26m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    6:41 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $224
  • United Airlines
    6h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    4:55 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $303
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 26m
    0
    9:53 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:19 AM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $371
  • American Airlines
    8h 46m
    0
    10:17 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:03 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $388
  • Aeroméxico
    18h 50m
    0
    5:35 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    3:25 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Aeroméxico
    Economy
    from $725

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    62h 5m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    12:35 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $221
  • Greyhound US
    58h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:00 PM
    Columbus, OH
    University
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $256
  • Greyhound US
    57h 50m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:50 PM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $256
  • FlixBus
    59h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:00 PM
    Columbus, OH
    University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $261
  • FlixBus
    58h 50m
    0
    9:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:50 PM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $261

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Spirit Airlines
    9h 26m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    6:41 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $224
  • United Airlines
    9h 25m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    6:40 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $302
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 36m
    0
    9:53 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:29 AM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $364
  • American Airlines
    8h 49m
    0
    10:12 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:01 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $383
  • Sun Country Airlines
    23h 15m
    0
    6:45 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    9:00 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $469

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

You can get to Columbus, OH from San Diego in just 6h 55m with a Flight from United Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Saturday
Sunday
Monday
from 8h 46m
Tuesday
from 10h 45m
Wednesday
from 6h 55m
Thursday
from 57h 50m
Friday
from 8h 49m

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • American Airlines
    8h 46m
    0
    10:17 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:03 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $390
  • United Airlines
    9h 25m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    6:40 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $303
  • Spirit Airlines
    9h 26m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    6:41 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $218
  • Alaska Airlines
    11h 49m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    9:04 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $478
  • Aeroméxico
    13h 47m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    4:52 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Aeroméxico
    Economy
    from $711
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    59h 5m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $152
  • FlixBus
    59h 35m
    0
    9:30 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    9:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $149
  • FlixBus
    60h 5m
    0
    9:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    9:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $149
  • Greyhound US
    60h 35m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:10 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $186
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    62h 5m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    12:35 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $210

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • United Airlines
    10h 45m
    0
    8:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:00 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $367
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 12m
    0
    8:07 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:19 AM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $261
  • Aeroméxico
    14h 38m
    0
    12:05 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    5:43 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Aeroméxico
    Economy
    from $885
  • Frontier Airlines
    19h 30m
    0
    12:19 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:49 AM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $276
  • Alaska Airlines
    24h 12m
    0
    2:15 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    5:27 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $326
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • FlixBus
    60h 55m
    0
    6:55 AM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    7:50 PM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $216
  • FlixBus
    61h 5m
    0
    6:55 AM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    8:00 PM
    Columbus, OH
    University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $216
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    62h 5m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    12:35 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $210
  • Greyhound US
    62h 35m
    0
    6:30 AM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    9:05 PM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $214
  • Greyhound US
    73h 0m
    0
    7:00 PM
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    8:00 PM
    Columbus, OH
    University
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $219

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • United Airlines
    6h 55m
    0
    7:00 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    4:55 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $303
  • American Airlines
    8h 46m
    0
    10:17 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:03 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $388
  • Spirit Airlines
    9h 26m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    6:41 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $224
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 26m
    0
    9:53 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:19 AM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $371
  • Aeroméxico
    18h 50m
    0
    5:35 PM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    3:25 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Aeroméxico
    Economy
    from $725

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    57h 50m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:50 PM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $256
  • Greyhound US
    58h 0m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:00 PM
    Columbus, OH
    University
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $256
  • FlixBus
    58h 50m
    0
    9:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    7:50 PM
    Columbus, OH
    ABM Public Parking
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $261
  • FlixBus
    59h 0m
    0
    9:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:00 PM
    Columbus, OH
    University
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $261
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    62h 5m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    12:35 AM
    Columbus, OH
    E Main St & S Lazelle St
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $221

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • American Airlines
    8h 49m
    0
    10:12 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:01 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $383
  • United Airlines
    9h 25m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    6:40 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $302
  • Spirit Airlines
    9h 26m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    6:41 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $224
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 36m
    0
    9:53 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:29 AM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $364
  • Sun Country Airlines
    23h 15m
    0
    6:45 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    9:00 PM
    Columbus Airport
    Columbus Airport
    0
    Sun Country Airlines
    Economy
    from $469
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from San Diego to Columbus, OH

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

In San Diego, you will usually depart from Santa Fe Depot, San Ysidro Transit Center or Old Town Transit Center, while in Columbus, OH you will be arriving at University, Greyhound Bus Station or ABM Public Parking, 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 Columbus, OH from San Diego? With 7 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 San Diego and Columbus, OH, you can pay as low as $149 with a Bus from FlixBus.

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 United Airlines: you will get to Columbus, OH in just 6h 55m.

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 San Diego and Columbus, OH are FlixBus, Greyhound US and Spirit 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 San Diego and Columbus, OH 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 San Diego Airport or to Upper Arlington, OH, and look at flights from Tijuana Airport, and landing at Columbus 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 San Diego to Columbus, OH?

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

Bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico

Airlines: Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and 4 more.

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

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

FAQs about the trip from San Diego to Columbus, OH

How can I reach Columbus, OH from San Diego?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Columbus, OH from San Diego.

How far is Columbus, OH from San Diego?

The distance between San Diego and Columbus, OH is 1,953.2 miles.

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

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 San Diego to Columbus, OH?

You can get to Columbus, OH with just $149 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

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 Columbus, OH in just 6h 55m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to San Diego and to Columbus, OH

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

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