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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Diridon Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Diridon Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Diridon Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 1:46 PM CST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to San Jose
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 2 days, 14 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 456, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and San Jose?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in San Jose
- A65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
- B440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to San Jose, US by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to San Jose cost?
The bus ticket price from Chicago to San Jose starts at R 2 456. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago to San Jose is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to San Jose?
The average travel time between Chicago and San Jose is around 2d 14h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2960 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and San Jose?
The number of buses from Chicago to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to San Jose by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chicago to San Jose?
When taking the bus from Chicago to San Jose, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to San Jose?
Buses travelling between Chicago and San Jose leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at Diridon Station, Santiago Express San Jose, 1118 E William St.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to San Jose, US was searched and found on 29 Nov 2025 with a price of R 8 452To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to San Jose, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 8 452 to R 15 528 for a bus ticket from Chicago to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 8 452, which is on 2025-11-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to San Jose, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
