Bus from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Phoenix to San Jose on January 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Tufesa
N 27th Ave
Santiago Express San JoseCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Phoenix Bus Station
Diridon StationFastest
Tufesa
N 27th Ave
Santiago Express San JoseNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station
Diridon StationNo tags
Tufesa
N 27th Ave
San Jose, Ca. FronterasNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:38 PM MST.

Get from Phoenix to San Jose

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 17 hours, and with fares starting at just $115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
17hAverage Duration
1003 kmDistance
25kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix to San Jose?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to San Jose start from $115. The average price for this route is around $220. 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 Phoenix to San Jose?

    The average bus travel time from Phoenix to San Jose is 17h, covering a distance of 1003 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

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

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

    The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to San Jose at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Phoenix to San Jose generates an estimated 25 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 Phoenix 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 5696 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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
01-11
$203
01-12
$203
Today
$203
01-14
$203
01-15
$203
01-16
$203
01-17
$203
01-18
$153
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, US was searched and found on Jan 18, 2026 with a price of $153

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

You can expect to pay from $153 to $640 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $153 which is on 2026-01-18.

Usually Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus 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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