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How to get from San Mateo to San Diego?

Planning to travel to San Mateo from San Diego and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from San Mateo to San Diego, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between San Mateo and San Diego, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (CalTrain, Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines, FlixBus or Greyhound), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from San Mateo to San Diego, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable San Mateo San Diego trip.

For your trip from San Mateo to San Diego, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from San Mateo to San Diego

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from San Mateo to San Diego, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

San Mateo to San Diego train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the San Mateo San Diego train is ideal and meets your expectations.

San Mateo to San Diego cheap flights

Many flights connect San Mateo to San Diego every day, offering a fast and convenient option for travelers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to San Diego in record time.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the San Mateo to San Diego transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

San Mateo San Diego Travel Information

Departure city
San Mateo
United States
California
Destination city
San Diego
United States
California
Distance
444 mi
Direct connection
There is no direct connection by any means of transportation
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Plan your trip from San Mateo to San Diego easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between San Mateo and San Diego that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like CalTrain, Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines, FlixBus or Greyhound to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between San Mateo and San Diego with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between San Mateo and San Diego

Advantages and disadvantages of flying from San Mateo to San Diego?
Speed Flying between San Mateo and San Diego is the fastest way to travel the 444 mi between San Mateo and San Diego.
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from San Mateo to San Diego, both direct and with a stopover, giving travelers a wide choice.
Environmental disadvantages Flights from San Mateo to San Diego have a negative impact on the environment due to greenhouse gas emissions, as flying is one of the most polluting modes of transportation.
Security Checks Travelers to San Diego often have to arrive at San Mateo airport early due to strict security checks.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from San Mateo to San Diego?
Speed San Mateo to San Diego trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Accessibility The train stations in San Mateo or San Diego are located in the city center, making it easy to access other means of transportation to get to the city center.
Cost San Mateo San Diego train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility San Mateo San Diego train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from San Mateo to San Diego?
On-board services Modern buses that travel between San Mateo and San Diego are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between San Mateo and San Diego, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort San Mateo-San Diego buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Travel time Buses from San Mateo to San Diego are mostly much slower than trains to San Diego to cover the 444 mi distance of the trip.

Where to start from in San Mateo? Where do I arrive in San Diego?

Departure stations in San Mateo

Hayward Park Caltrain
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San Diego arrival bus stations

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Bus San Mateo San Diego

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when making a reservation. Most of the time, cancelling or changing your San Mateo-San Diego bus ticket will incur additional costs.

The frequency of departures to San Mateo from San Diego varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to San Diego, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip San Mateo-San Diego varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all San Mateo-San Diego bus prices on Vivanoda.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the San Mateo-San Diego bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Bus companies San Mateo San Diego

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Trains San Mateo San Diego

Train tickets from San Mateo to San Diego can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from San Mateo to San Diego. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

To get the best train fares between San Mateo and San Diego, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with time schedules and compare train fares with Vivanoda.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from San Mateo to San Diego. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between San Mateo and San Diego.

Train companies between San Mateo and San Diego

CalTrain
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Flights San Mateo San Diego

Airlines San Mateo San Diego

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