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What is the best way to travel from Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to San Diego from Salt Lake City, UT. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
28h 5m
£94
£99
4
Flight
2h 1m
£106
£147
45

What is the cheapest way to reach San Diego from Salt Lake City, UT?

You can reach San Diego with just £94 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from £118
Saturday
from £94
Sunday
from £106

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Frontier Airlines
    28h 1m
    0
    20:58
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £118
  • Frontier Airlines
    15h 13m
    0
    22:25
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    12:38
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £152
  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 27m
    0
    07:03
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    08:30
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £157
  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 1m
    0
    19:18
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    20:19
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £157
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    2h 27m
    0
    07:03
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    08:30
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from £161

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    38h 55m
    0
    20:45
    Salt Lake City, UT
    Intermodal Hub
    10:40
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £94
  • Greyhound US
    43h 55m
    0
    20:45
    Salt Lake City, UT
    Intermodal Hub
    15:40
    San Diego
    SDSU Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £94
  • Greyhound US
    37h 30m
    0
    20:45
    Salt Lake City, UT
    Intermodal Hub
    09:15
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £95
  • Greyhound US
    28h 5m
    0
    20:45
    Salt Lake City, UT
    Intermodal Hub
    23:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £114

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 1m
    0
    19:23
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    20:24
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £106
  • Frontier Airlines
    16h 15m
    0
    21:23
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    12:38
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £144
  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 27m
    0
    07:03
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    08:30
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £157
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    2h 27m
    0
    07:03
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    08:30
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from £160
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    2h 14m
    0
    10:35
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    11:49
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from £160

What are the fastest trips from Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego?

You can get to San Diego from Salt Lake City, UT in just 2h 1m 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.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 2h 1m
Saturday
from 28h 5m
Sunday
from 2h 1m

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 1m
    0
    19:18
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    20:19
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £157
  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 27m
    0
    07:03
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    08:30
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £157
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    2h 27m
    0
    07:03
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    08:30
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from £161
  • Frontier Airlines
    15h 13m
    0
    22:25
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    12:38
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £152
  • Frontier Airlines
    28h 1m
    0
    20:58
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    23:59
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £118

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    28h 5m
    0
    20:45
    Salt Lake City, UT
    Intermodal Hub
    23:50
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £114
  • Greyhound US
    37h 30m
    0
    20:45
    Salt Lake City, UT
    Intermodal Hub
    09:15
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £95
  • Greyhound US
    38h 55m
    0
    20:45
    Salt Lake City, UT
    Intermodal Hub
    10:40
    San Diego
    Seaport Village
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £94
  • Greyhound US
    43h 55m
    0
    20:45
    Salt Lake City, UT
    Intermodal Hub
    15:40
    San Diego
    SDSU Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £94

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    2h 1m
    0
    19:23
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    20:24
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £106
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    2h 14m
    0
    10:35
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    11:49
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from £160
  • Alaska Airlines
    2h 27m
    0
    07:03
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    08:30
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £157
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    2h 27m
    0
    07:03
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    08:30
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from £160
  • Frontier Airlines
    16h 15m
    0
    21:23
    Salt Lake City Airport
    Salt Lake City Airport
    12:38
    San Diego Airport
    San Diego Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £144
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego

What are the most popular stations in Salt Lake City, UT and San Diego?

In Salt Lake City, UT, you will usually depart from SLC Airport, Amelia Earhart Dr @ 5555 W Coach Stop or Pioneer Rd @ 1381 S Coach Stop, while in San Diego you will be arriving at San Ysidro Transit Center, University Av & Bancroft St Coach Stop 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 Salt Lake City, UT? With 4 connections between 1 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 Salt Lake City, UT and San Diego, you can pay as low as £94 with a Bus from Greyhound US.

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 1m.

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 Salt Lake City, UT and San Diego are Greyhound US, Frontier Airlines and Alaska 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 Salt Lake City, UT 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 Centerfield, UT or to San Diego Airport, and look at flights from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego?

The most popular companies between Salt Lake City, UT and San Diego, are Greyhound US, Frontier Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines

All you need to know when you travel from Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Salt Lake City, UT 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 Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego

How can I reach San Diego from Salt Lake City, UT?

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

How far is San Diego from Salt Lake City, UT?

The distance between Salt Lake City, UT and San Diego is 1,008.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Salt Lake City, UT 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 27 kgs of CO2, a train 35 kgs, a car 171 kgs, and a flight 248 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Salt Lake City, UT to San Diego?

You can get to San Diego with just £94 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.

What is the fastest way to get from Salt Lake City, UT 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 1m with a Flight from Alaska Airlines.

More routes to Salt Lake City, UT and to San Diego

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

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