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

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Jose to Seattle on 11 January
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: Last Thursday at 02:53 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
23h 53mAverage duration
709 milesDistance
104kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£69 - £354Average duration1d 11h
28kg CO₂e
Average price£89 - £206Average duration23h 53m
104kg CO₂e

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Seattle?

    The cheapest coach tickets from San Jose to Seattle start from £69. The average price for this route is around £145. 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 journey from San Jose to Seattle?

    The average bus journey time from San Jose to Seattle is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 698 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Seattle?

    The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Seattle at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

    A bus journey from San Jose to Seattle produces an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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
08/01
£204
09/01
£199
Today
£181
11/01
£147
12/01
£146
13/01
£199
14/01
£187
15/01
£138
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Seattle was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of £138

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 £138 to £204 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 £138, which is on 2026-01-15.

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