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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to San Diego is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to San Diego is to fly which takes 2h 15m and costs $330 - $1,000.

How far is it from Phoenix to San Diego?

The distance between Phoenix and San Diego is 309 miles. The road distance is 356.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to San Diego without a car is to bus which takes 7h 58m and costs $55 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Phoenix to San Diego?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Phoenix to San Diego, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Phoenix to San Diego?

The best way to get from Phoenix to San Diego is to fly which takes 2h 15m and costs $330 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $160 and takes 7h 58m.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and San Diego?

San Diego is 1h behind Phoenix. It is currently 10:33 AM in Phoenix and 9:33 AM in San Diego.

Can I drive from Phoenix to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to San Diego is 357 miles. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Phoenix to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2167+ hotels available in San Diego.

Phoenix to San Diego - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Phoenix to San Diego by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)PHX - SAN
2h 15m
$330–1,000
Bus via Mexicali
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Calexico Bus StationFlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Mexicali to Tijuana
9h 28m
$54–101
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus StopGreyhound US0851
7h 58m
$55–160
Drive 354.8 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to San Diego354.8 mi
5h 47m
$65–94

Phoenix to San Diego by bus and tram (Greyhound)

5Weekly Services

7h 58mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Phoenix to San Diego.

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Distance: 306.9 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Phoenix, AZ, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., and two other airlines fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) hourly. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop 5 times a week. Tickets cost $55–160 and the journey takes 7h 45m.

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