How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Houston?

The cheapest coach tickets from San Jose to Houston start from €148. The average price for this route is around €207. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Houston?

The average bus journey time from San Jose to Houston is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 2586 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 17h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Houston route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Houston?

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Houston at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 11:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Houston?

A bus journey from San Jose to Houston produces an estimated 65 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from San Jose to Houston?

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 5733 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to Houston?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Jose to Houston?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to Houston?

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.

Bus San Jose to Houston from €103 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Jose to Houston on 28 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:25	Diridon Station	2d 2h	11:10	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:25	Diridon Station	1d 17h	04:30	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	06:25	Diridon Station	2d 2h	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	09:25	Diridon Station	2d	11:55	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	09:25	Diridon Station	2d 16h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Houston on 29 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	09:25	Diridon Station	2d	11:55	Downtown Gray & Smith	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	09:25	Diridon Station	1d 17h	04:30	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 20h	23:30	Houston Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	09:25	Diridon Station	2d	11:40	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	09:25	Diridon Station	2d 16h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Houston on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	06:25	Diridon Station	2d 2h	11:10	Amtrak Station	Cheapest
	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 20h	23:30	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	06:25	Diridon Station	2d 2h	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
	05:35	Diridon Station	2d 5h	12:40	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	00:55	Diridon Station	2d 9h	11:55	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Houston on 31 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:55	Diridon Station	1d 22h	12:40	Houston Bus Station	Cheapest
	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 20h	23:30	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus	00:55	Diridon Station	2d 9h	11:55	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit + FlixBus	11:55	Diridon Station	2d 1h	15:50	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	11:55	Diridon Station	2d 13h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Houston on 1 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit	05:35	Diridon Station	2d 20h	03:45	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	Cheapest
	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 20h	23:30	Houston Bus Station	Fastest
	06:25	Diridon Station	2d 2h	11:10	Amtrak Station	No tags
	05:35	Diridon Station	2d 5h	12:40	Houston Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	05:35	Diridon Station	2d 4h	12:05	Downtown Gray & Smith	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Houston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just €318, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 22hAverage duration

2589 kmDistance

236kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€148 - €387	Average duration2d 5h	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€318 - €318	Average duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 236kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Houston?

Stops in San Jose

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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B
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
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C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,160 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Houston?
The cheapest coach tickets from San Jose to Houston start from €148. The average price for this route is around €207. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Houston?
The average bus journey time from San Jose to Houston is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 2586 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 17h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Houston route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Houston?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Houston at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 11:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Houston?
A bus journey from San Jose to Houston produces an estimated 65 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from San Jose to Houston?
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 5733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to Houston?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Jose to Houston?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to Houston?
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

25/01

€142

26/01

No data

Today

€176

28/01

€262

29/01

€220

30/01

€231

31/01

€221

01/02

€176

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Houston, US was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of €142

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 Houston, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €142 to €1,020 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €176, which is on 2026-02-01.