How to get from Portland, OR to San Diego

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What is the best way to travel from Portland, OR to San Diego?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to San Diego from Portland, OR. 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!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
27h 50m
£95
£114
10
Flight
2h 33m
£57
£250
56

What is the cheapest way to reach San Diego from Portland, OR?

You can reach San Diego with just £57 by taking a Flight from Skyscanner, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £95
Friday
from £76
Saturday
from £95
Sunday
from £89
Monday
from £111
Tuesday
from £57
Wednesday
from £114

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    27h 50m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    23:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £95
  • FlixBus
    44h 25m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    16:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £96
  • FlixBus
    44h 0m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    16:00
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £97

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Frontier Airlines
    22h 37m
    0
    13:40
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    12:17
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £76
  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 2m
    0
    17:50
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    23:52
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £82
  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 35m
    0
    21:30
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    00:05
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £95
  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 33m
    0
    17:30
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    20:03
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £169
  • Skyscanner
    3h 50m
    0
    14:35
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    18:25
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £176
  • Delta Air Lines
    13h 40m
    0
    10:15
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    23:55
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Delta Air Lines
    Economy
    from £222

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    33h 50m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    11:50
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £95
  • Greyhound US
    32h 40m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    10:40
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £114
  • Greyhound US
    37h 40m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    15:40
    San Diego
    SDSU Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £114
  • FlixBus
    28h 25m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    00:25
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £118
  • FlixBus
    44h 0m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    16:00
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £135
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Volaris
    9h 57m
    0
    23:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    09:15
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £386
  • Volaris
    25h 35m
    0
    23:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    00:53
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £388
  • Volaris
    16h 20m
    0
    23:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    15:38
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £438
  • Volaris
    11h 56m
    0
    23:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    11:14
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £469

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    17h 52m
    0
    18:16
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    12:08
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £89
  • Frontier Airlines
    27h 17m
    0
    06:35
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    09:52
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £118
  • Alaska Airlines
    6h 24m
    0
    17:35
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £174
  • Alaska Airlines
    14h 3m
    0
    21:40
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    11:43
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £180
  • Skyscanner
    5h 19m
    0
    07:04
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    12:23
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £209
  • Delta Air Lines
    12h 51m
    0
    06:14
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    19:05
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Delta Air Lines
    Economy
    from £271

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    33h 50m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    11:50
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £111
  • FlixBus
    28h 25m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    00:25
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £127

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Skyscanner
    2h 35m
    0
    21:30
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    00:05
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £57
  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 33m
    0
    14:49
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    17:22
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £94
  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 33m
    0
    17:30
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    20:03
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £94
  • Skyscanner
    4h 43m
    0
    07:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    12:01
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £178
  • Delta Air Lines
    19h 17m
    0
    05:35
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    00:52
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Delta Air Lines
    Economy
    from £185
  • Delta Air Lines
    17h 2m
    0
    06:14
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    23:16
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Delta Air Lines
    Economy
    from £193

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    37h 40m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    15:40
    San Diego
    SDSU Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £114
  • Greyhound US
    30h 45m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    08:45
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £115
  • Greyhound US
    33h 15m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    11:15
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £116
  • FlixBus
    44h 0m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    16:00
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £129
  • FlixBus
    44h 25m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    16:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £130

What are the fastest trips from Portland, OR to San Diego?

You can get to San Diego from Portland, OR in just 2h 33m with a Flight from Alaska Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 27h 50m
Friday
from 2h 33m
Saturday
from 9h 57m
Sunday
from 5h 19m
Monday
from 28h 25m
Tuesday
from 2h 33m
Wednesday
from 30h 45m

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • FlixBus
    27h 50m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    23:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £95
  • FlixBus
    44h 0m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    16:00
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £97
  • FlixBus
    44h 25m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    16:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £96

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 33m
    0
    17:30
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    20:03
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £169
  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 35m
    0
    21:30
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    00:05
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £95
  • Skyscanner
    3h 50m
    0
    14:35
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    18:25
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £176
  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 2m
    0
    17:50
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    23:52
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £82
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 49m
    0
    12:31
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    22:20
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £341
  • Volaris
    9h 57m
    0
    23:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    09:15
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £392

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Volaris
    9h 57m
    0
    23:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    09:15
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £386
  • Volaris
    11h 56m
    0
    23:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    11:14
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £469
  • Volaris
    16h 20m
    0
    23:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    15:38
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £438
  • Volaris
    25h 35m
    0
    23:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    00:53
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £388
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    28h 25m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    00:25
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £118
  • Greyhound US
    32h 40m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    10:40
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £114
  • Greyhound US
    33h 50m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    11:50
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £95
  • Greyhound US
    37h 40m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    15:40
    San Diego
    SDSU Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £114
  • FlixBus
    44h 0m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    16:00
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £135

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Skyscanner
    5h 19m
    0
    07:04
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    12:23
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £209
  • Alaska Airlines
    6h 24m
    0
    17:35
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £174
  • Volaris
    9h 57m
    0
    23:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    09:15
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £304
  • Delta Air Lines
    11h 58m
    0
    06:14
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    18:12
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Delta Air Lines
    Economy
    from £306
  • Alaska Airlines
    12h 30m
    0
    07:00
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    19:30
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £338
  • Delta Air Lines
    12h 51m
    0
    06:14
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    19:05
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Delta Air Lines
    Economy
    from £271

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    28h 25m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    00:25
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £127
  • Greyhound US
    33h 50m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    11:50
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £111

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 33m
    0
    14:49
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    17:22
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £94
  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 33m
    0
    17:30
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    20:03
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £94
  • Skyscanner
    2h 35m
    0
    21:30
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    00:05
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £57
  • Skyscanner
    4h 43m
    0
    07:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    12:01
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £178
  • United Airlines
    4h 54m
    0
    05:30
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    10:24
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £196
  • Volaris
    9h 57m
    0
    23:18
    Portland, OR Airport
    Portland, OR Airport
    09:15
    Tijuana Airport
    Tijuana Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £278

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    30h 45m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    08:45
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £115
  • Greyhound US
    33h 15m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    11:15
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £116
  • Greyhound US
    37h 40m
    0
    02:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    15:40
    San Diego
    SDSU Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £114
  • FlixBus
    44h 0m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    16:00
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £129
  • FlixBus
    44h 25m
    0
    20:00
    Portland, OR
    Union Coach Station
    16:25
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £130
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Portland, OR to San Diego

What are the most popular stations in Portland, OR and San Diego?

In Portland, OR, you will usually depart from SE 102nd & Washington Coach Stop, NW Station Way or Union Coach Station, 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 Portland, OR? 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 Portland, OR and San Diego, you can pay as low as £57 with a Flight from Skyscanner.

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 Alaska Airlines: you will get to San Diego in just 2h 33m.

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 Portland, OR and San Diego are Alaska Airlines, FlixBus and Greyhound US, 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 Portland, OR 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 West Haven-Sylvan, OR or to San Diego Airport, and look at flights from Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR to San Diego?

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

Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US

Airlines: Alaska Airlines, Volaris, Delta Air Lines and 5 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Portland, OR to San Diego

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Portland, OR 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 Portland, OR to San Diego

How can I reach San Diego from Portland, OR?

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

How far is San Diego from Portland, OR?

The distance between Portland, OR and San Diego is 1,500.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Portland, OR 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 41 kgs of CO2, a train 53 kgs, a car 255 kgs, and a flight 369 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Portland, OR to San Diego?

You can get to San Diego with just £57 by taking a Flight from Skyscanner.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland, OR 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 2h 33m with a Flight from Alaska Airlines.

More routes to Portland, OR and to San Diego

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

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