Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Diridon Station | El Monte Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Diridon Station | El Monte Bus Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Diridon Station | El Monte Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Diridon Station | El Monte Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Diridon Station | El Monte Bus Station | No tags |
Get from San Jose to El Monte
The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 034, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Jose and El Monte?
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
Stops in El Monte
- A
El Monte Bus Station
3501 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91731, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to El Monte, US by bus
How much does a bus ticket from San Jose to El Monte cost?
The bus ticket price from San Jose to El Monte starts at R 1 034. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Jose to El Monte 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 San Jose to El Monte?
The average travel time between San Jose and El Monte is around 8h 55m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 505 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between San Jose and El Monte?
The number of buses from San Jose to El Monte can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Jose to El Monte by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from San Jose to El Monte?
When taking the bus from San Jose to El Monte, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Jose to El Monte?
Buses travelling between San Jose and El Monte leave from Diridon Station or Santiago Express San Jose and arrive at El Monte Bus Station.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to El Monte, US was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 217To 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 El Monte, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 217 to R 2 645 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to El Monte, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 217, which is on 2025-11-30.
