The cheapest and fastest buses from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC
Cheapest price
€584
Average price
€584
Fastest journey
2 d 22 h 5 m
Average duration
2 d 22 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
3310 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC will cost around €584 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €584.
It's difficult to get from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC without transferring at least 4 times.
7:25 PM70h05San Diego, CA5:30 PMGastonia, NC€5841One-way4 transfers
7:25 PM70h05San Diego, CA5:30 PMGastonia, NC€5841One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €214. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €214, and a train costs an average of €1079.
Distance: 2056 miles (3310 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€214 Average price Cheapest | €478 Average price | €1079 Average price | €391 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
79h 25m Average total duration 78h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration Fastest 6h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 83h 33m Average total duration 83h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC:
A bus is €264 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC costing on average €478.
A bus is €865 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC costing on average €1079.
Other travel options to Gastonia, NC take longer:
Bus takes on average 78h 55m.
Train takes on average 83h 3m.
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San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 78h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €214 |
Operator Greyhound Mexico | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 05:18PM | Duration 69h53 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €582 |
Live departures
San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:25 PM San Diego, CA | 69h53 | 5:18 PM Gastonia, NC | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC
Buses from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 78h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €214 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 14:35, the last at 14:35. The fastest bus covers the 2056 miles (3310 km) distance in 78h 55m.
Distance 2056 miles (3310 km) |
Average bus duration 78h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €214 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 78h 55m |
First bus 2:35 PM |
Last bus 2:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Greyhound from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NCYou can travel by bus between San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC with Greyhound for as low as €214. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Gastonia, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC
Most San Diego, CA to Gastonia, NC buses use the San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) to Gastonia, N Oakland St. / E Main Ave. station pair. Use this guide to compare San Diego, CA and Gastonia, NC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park) from San Diego city centre
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