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

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Jose to Seattle on January 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Diridon Station
Greyhound StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Diridon Station
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Diridon Station
University of WashingtonNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:51 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Seattle

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 23 hours 53 minutes, and with fares starting at just $165, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
23h 53mAverage Duration
1143 kmDistance
104kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$127 - $657Average Duration1d 11h
28kg CO₂e
Average Price$165 - $382Average Duration23h 53m
104kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Seattle start from $127. The average price for this route is around $269. 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 San Jose to Seattle?

    The average bus travel time from San Jose to Seattle is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1126 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Seattle at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from San Jose to Seattle generates an estimated 28 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 San Jose to Seattle?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

    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 San Jose to Seattle?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
01-06
$375
01-07
$371
Today
$379
01-09
$305
01-10
$240
01-11
$272
01-12
$248
01-13
$367
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Seattle was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $240

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

You can expect to pay from $240 to $379 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $240 which is on 2026-01-10.

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