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

Next departures

Next departures from San Jose to Denver on 11 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Diridon Station
DENVERCheapest
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Union StationFastest
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
DENVERNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 2:27 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Denver

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 11hAverage duration
1493 kmDistance
136kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 727 - R 6 340Average duration1d 15h
37kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 138 - R 28 900Average duration1d 11h
136kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Denver start at R 1 727. The average price for this route is around R 3 628. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Denver?

    The average bus journey time from San Jose to Denver is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1493 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Denver?

    The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Denver 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 Denver?

    A bus trip from San Jose to Denver produces an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Jose to Denver?

    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 San Jose to Denver?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Jose to Denver?

    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 Denver?

    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
08/01
R 3 161
09/01
R 2 586
Today
R 3 769
11/01
R 3 161
12/01
R 1 876
13/01
R 2 586
14/01
R 2 586
15/01
R 2 198
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Denver was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 876

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 Denver as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 876 to R 14 518 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Denver based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 876, which is on 2026-01-12.

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