Bus Tickets from Los Angeles, US to San Jose, US

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Jose on November 22
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Tufesa
Suc. Pacoima
Santiago Express San JoseCheapest
Tufesa
Suc. Pacoima
Santiago Express San JoseFastest
Tufesa
613 Maple Ave
Santiago Express San JoseNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Los Angeles Union Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Amtrak
UCLA
Diridon StationNo tags

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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 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day
7h 30mAverage Duration
479 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$59 - $243Average Duration7h 30m
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$92 - $234Average Duration9h 55m
45kg CO₂e

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

  1. What is the distance between Los Angeles and San Jose?

    Los Angeles and San Jose are 493 km (306 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Los Angeles to San Jose?

    Buses departing from 613 Maple Ave in Los Angeles will take you to Santiago Express San Jose in San Jose.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11-19
$188
11-20
$100
Today
$100
11-22
$100
11-23
$100
11-24
$100
11-25
$86
11-26
$100
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $86

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

You can expect to pay from $86 to $584 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2025-11-25.

Usually FlixBus, 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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to San Jose, US?

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