Bus from Bakersfield to San Jose, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Bakersfield to San Jose on November 28
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Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
16th St (Bakersfield)
Diridon StationCheapestFastest

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $67, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
6hAverage Duration
342 kmDistance
9kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$67 - $351Average Duration6h
9kg CO₂e
Average Price$110 - $126Average Duration8h 51m
31kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bakersfield to San Jose, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Jose?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to San Jose start from $67. The average price for this route is around $93. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Bakersfield to San Jose?

    The average bus travel time from Bakersfield to San Jose is 6h, covering a distance of 342 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to San Jose route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa, Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bakersfield to San Jose?

    The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to San Jose at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to San Jose?

    A bus trip from Bakersfield to San Jose generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to San Jose?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to San Jose?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bakersfield to San Jose?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield to San Jose?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-25
$90
11-26
$90
Today
$90
11-28
$320
11-29
No data
11-30
$90
12-01
$77
12-02
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bakersfield to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $77

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to San Jose, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $77 to $330 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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