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

Next bus departures

Next departures for Houston to San Jose on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
The Woodlands - Windvale Center
Diridon StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
The Woodlands - Windvale Center
Diridon StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Houston Bus Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Houston Bus Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Diridon StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to San Jose

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 2 days, and with fares starting at just $214, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
2d Average Duration
2596 kmDistance
65kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$214 - $933Average Duration2d
65kg CO₂e
Average Price$351 - $2,247Average Duration2d 2h
236kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US 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 Houston to San Jose?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to San Jose start from $214. The average price for this route is around $396. 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 Houston to San Jose?

    The average bus travel time from Houston to San Jose is 2d , covering a distance of 2596 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Houston to San Jose at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

    A bus trip from Houston to San Jose generates an estimated 65 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $902

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

You can expect to pay from $902 to $902 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $902 which is on 2025-12-01.

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