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What is the best way to travel from San Diego to Nashville?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
46h 15m
$172
$198
13
Flight
6h 7m
$145
$319
61

What is the cheapest way to reach Nashville from San Diego?

You can get to Nashville with just $145 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Wednesday
from $145
Thursday
from $172
Friday
from $288
Saturday
from $195
Sunday
Monday
from $196
Tuesday
from $199

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Frontier Airlines
    27h 43m
    0
    6:25 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    12:08 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $145
  • Spirit Airlines
    18h 24m
    0
    8:07 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    4:31 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $227
  • JetBlue Airways
    9h 59m
    0
    8:24 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    8:23 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $360
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 43m
    0
    11:13 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:56 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $373
  • United Airlines
    6h 7m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    2:22 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $398
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    54h 40m
    0
    7:15 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:55 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $192
  • FlixBus
    48h 40m
    0
    7:35 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:15 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $192
  • Greyhound US
    51h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $209
  • FlixBus
    52h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $209
  • Greyhound US
    49h 20m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:55 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $222

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    52h 25m
    0
    9:30 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    1:55 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $172
  • FlixBus
    52h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $177
  • Greyhound US
    51h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $177
  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:15 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $184
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    54h 30m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $237

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Volaris
    12h 58m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    4:13 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from $288
  • Viva Aerobus
    13h 18m
    0
    12:55 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    4:13 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $293
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 52m
    0
    8:07 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:59 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $331
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 24m
    0
    11:35 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:59 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $402
  • JetBlue Airways
    14h 56m
    0
    8:24 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    1:20 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $426

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    54h 30m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $195

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    15h 29m
    0
    5:30 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:59 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $196
  • United Airlines
    6h 57m
    0
    7:00 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    3:57 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $212
  • JetBlue Airways
    9h 40m
    0
    8:24 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    8:04 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $359
  • Alaska Airlines
    15h 24m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:39 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $389
  • American Airlines
    7h 18m
    0
    7:12 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    4:30 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $390
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    54h 30m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $205

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    54h 30m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $199

What are the fastest trips from San Diego to Nashville?

You can get to Nashville from San Diego in just 6h 7m 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.

Wednesday
from 6h 7m
Thursday
from 46h 15m
Friday
from 10h 24m
Saturday
from 54h 30m
Sunday
Monday
from 6h 57m
Tuesday
from 54h 30m

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • United Airlines
    6h 7m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    2:22 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $398
  • JetBlue Airways
    9h 59m
    0
    8:24 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    8:23 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $360
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 43m
    0
    11:13 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:56 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $373
  • Spirit Airlines
    18h 24m
    0
    8:07 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    4:31 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $227
  • Frontier Airlines
    27h 43m
    0
    6:25 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    12:08 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $145
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    48h 40m
    0
    7:35 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:15 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $192
  • Greyhound US
    49h 20m
    0
    7:35 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:55 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $222
  • Greyhound US
    51h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $209
  • FlixBus
    52h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $209
  • Greyhound US
    54h 40m
    0
    7:15 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    1:55 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $192

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    46h 15m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    8:15 AM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $184
  • Greyhound US
    51h 0m
    0
    2:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $177
  • FlixBus
    52h 0m
    0
    1:00 PM
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $177
  • FlixBus
    52h 25m
    0
    9:30 AM
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    1:55 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $172
  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    54h 30m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $237

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 24m
    0
    11:35 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:59 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $402
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 52m
    0
    8:07 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:59 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $331
  • Volaris
    12h 58m
    0
    1:15 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    4:13 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from $288
  • Viva Aerobus
    13h 18m
    0
    12:55 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    4:13 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Viva Aerobus
    Economy
    from $293
  • JetBlue Airways
    14h 56m
    0
    8:24 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    1:20 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $426

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    54h 30m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $195

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • United Airlines
    6h 57m
    0
    7:00 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    3:57 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $212
  • American Airlines
    7h 18m
    0
    7:12 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    4:30 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    American Airlines
    Economy
    from $390
  • JetBlue Airways
    9h 40m
    0
    8:24 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    8:04 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from $359
  • Alaska Airlines
    15h 24m
    0
    6:15 AM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    11:39 PM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $389
  • Spirit Airlines
    15h 29m
    0
    5:30 PM
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    10:59 AM
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $196
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    54h 30m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $205

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound Lines Mexico
    54h 30m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    5:00 PM
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound Lines Mexico
    Economy
    $199
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from San Diego to Nashville

What are the most popular stations in San Diego and Nashville?

In San Diego, you will usually depart from Santa Fe Depot, San Ysidro Transit Center or Old Town Transit Center, while in Nashville you will be arriving at Municipal Auditorium, Murfreesboro Pike or Tornado Bus Company, 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 Nashville from San Diego? With 4 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 Nashville, you can pay as low as $145 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

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 Nashville in just 6h 7m.

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 Nashville are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Greyhound Lines Mexico, 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 Nashville 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 Oak Hill, TN, and look at flights from Tijuana Airport, and landing at Nashville 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 Nashville?

The most popular companies between San Diego and Nashville, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Greyhound Lines Mexico. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US, FlixBus and Greyhound Lines Mexico

Airlines: Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Alaska Airlines and 5 more.

All you need to know when you travel from San Diego to Nashville

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San Diego to Nashville. 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 Nashville

How can I reach Nashville from San Diego?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Nashville from San Diego.

How far is Nashville from San Diego?

The distance between San Diego and Nashville is 1,740.7 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San Diego and Nashville?

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 76 kgs of CO2, a train 98 kgs, a car 476 kgs, and a flight 689 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from San Diego to Nashville?

You can get to Nashville with just $145 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Nashville?

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 Nashville in just 6h 7m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to San Diego and to Nashville

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

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