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

Next departures

Next departures for Irvine to San Jose on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Irvine Station
Diridon StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Irvine Station
Diridon StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:48 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Irvine 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 15 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
15h 5mAverage Duration
556 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$137 - $143Average Duration15h 5m
14kg CO₂e
Average Price$139 - $613Average Duration11h 57m
51kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Irvine, 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 Irvine to San Jose?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Irvine to San Jose start from $137. The average price for this route is around $137. 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 Irvine to San Jose?

    The average bus travel time from Irvine to San Jose is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 556 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Irvine to San Jose at 10:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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

    A bus trip from Irvine to San Jose generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-26
$129
11-27
$137
Today
$137
11-29
$149
11-30
$129
12-01
$117
12-02
$117
12-03
$117
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Irvine, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $117

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

You can expect to pay from $117 to $168 for a bus ticket from Irvine, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $117 which is on 2025-12-01.

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