What is the cheapest way to get from Boston to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Boston to San Diego is to fly which costs $170 - $450 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boston to San Diego is to fly which takes 6h 10m and costs $170 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Boston and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Boston to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at San Diego via Newark Penn Station, St Louis Bus Station and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 23h.

Is there a direct train between Boston and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Boston to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Boston and arriving at San Diego via Chicago Union Station and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 21h.

How far is it from Boston to San Diego?

The distance between Boston and San Diego is 2597 miles. The road distance is 2965.2 miles.

How do I travel from Boston to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Boston to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 2 days 21h and costs $360 - $1,200.

Where do I catch the Boston to San Diego bus from?

Boston to San Diego bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Boston station.

Where do I catch the Boston to San Diego train from?

Boston to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Boston station.

Train, bus or fly from Boston to San Diego?

The best way to get from Boston to San Diego is to fly which takes 6h 10m and costs $170 - $450. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $360 - $1,200 and takes 2 days 21h, you could also bus, which costs and takes 2 days 23h.

How long is the flight from Boston to San Diego?

The quickest flight from Boston Logan Airport Airport to San Diego International Airport Airport is the direct flight which takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Boston to San Diego bus arrive?

Boston to San Diego bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

What is the time difference between Boston and San Diego?

San Diego is 3h behind Boston. It is currently 3:35 AM in Boston and 12:35 AM in San Diego.

Where does the Boston to San Diego train arrive?

Boston to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Boston to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Boston to San Diego is 2965 miles. It takes approximately 2 days 1h to drive from Boston to San Diego.

Which airlines fly from Boston Logan Airport Airport to San Diego International Airport Airport?

Delta, Alaska Airlines, Inc., American Airlines and two other airlines offer flights from Boston Logan Airport Airport to San Diego International Airport Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Boston to San Diego?

Book your Boston to San Diego train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2163+ hotels available in San Diego.

Boston to San Diego - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: How long does it take to get from Boston to San Diego?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN), including transfers and time at the airport.

There are 5 ways to get from Boston to San Diego by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), car, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)BOS - SAN
6h 10m
$170–450
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Boston to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton Amtrak Station
3. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego
2d 21h
$362–1,170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boston to Newark Penn Station
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to St Louis Bus Station
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Diego
2d 23h
Drive 2,948 mi
1. Drive from Boston to San Diego2,948 mi
2d 1h
$538–778
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Boston to New York Midtown
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton Amtrak Station
4. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diego
3d 1h
$340–770

Boston to San Diego by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

2d 21hAverage Duration

$362Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Boston to San Diego.

Launch map view

Distance: 2,582.2 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Boston, MA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc., JetBlue Airways, and three other airlines fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Boston to San Diego via Chicago Union Station and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 2d 21h.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.