How much does a bus ticket from San Jose to Seattle cost?

The bus ticket price from San Jose to Seattle starts at R 1 699. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Jose to Seattle 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 Seattle?

The average travel time between San Jose and Seattle is around 1d 6h, although the fastest bus will take about 19h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1144 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between San Jose and Seattle?

The number of buses from San Jose to Seattle can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Jose to Seattle by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from San Jose to Seattle?

When taking the bus from San Jose to Seattle, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Jose to Seattle?

Buses travelling between San Jose and Seattle leave from Diridon Station or Santiago Express San Jose and arrive at Greyhound Station, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Washington State Convention Center.

Bus San Jose to Seattle from R 2 329 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from San Jose to Seattle on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:35	Diridon Station	19h 15m	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 12h	13:00	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 12h	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Seattle on 22 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:35	Diridon Station	19h 15m	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 12h	13:00	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 12h	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Seattle on 23 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:35	Diridon Station	19h 15m	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 12h	13:00	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 12h	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Seattle on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:35	Diridon Station	19h 15m	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 12h	13:00	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 12h	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Seattle on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	05:35	Diridon Station	19h 15m	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from San Jose to Seattle on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:35	Diridon Station	19h 15m	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:50	Diridon Station	1d 13h	13:20	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 12h	13:00	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:50	Diridon Station	1d 13h	13:00	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 12h	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Seattle on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	05:35	Diridon Station	19h 15m	00:50	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 12h	13:00	Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	00:55	Diridon Station	1d 12h	13:50	University of Washington	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:40 PM 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 R 2 041, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

23h 53mAverage duration

1143 kmDistance

104kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 699 - R 7 157	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 041 - R 4 716	Average duration23h 53m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 385 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 384 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Seattle?

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 Seattle

A
Greyhound Station
503 S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
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B
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
C
Washington State Convention Center
705 Pike St, Seattle WA 98101, USA, , Pick-up is at the Charter Bus Loading Zone on 8th Avenue at the corner of 8th Ave. and Pike Street.
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D
Pier 91
2001 W Garfield St, Seattle WA 98119, USA
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E
Pier 66
2203 Alaskan Way, Seattle WA 98121, USA
F
International District
700-822 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98104, USA

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

How much does a bus ticket from San Jose to Seattle cost?
The bus ticket price from San Jose to Seattle starts at R 1 699. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Jose to Seattle 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 Seattle?
The average travel time between San Jose and Seattle is around 1d 6h, although the fastest bus will take about 19h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1144 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between San Jose and Seattle?
The number of buses from San Jose to Seattle can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Jose to Seattle by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from San Jose to Seattle?
When taking the bus from San Jose to Seattle, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Jose to Seattle?
Buses travelling between San Jose and Seattle leave from Diridon Station or Santiago Express San Jose and arrive at Greyhound Station, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Washington State Convention Center.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

18/11

R 3 146

19/11

R 3 779

Today

R 3 683

21/11

R 5 194

22/11

R 4 843

23/11

R 3 902

24/11

R 3 551

25/11

R 3 559

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Seattle was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 3 146

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 R 3 146 to R 5 194 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 R 3 551, which is on 2025-11-24.