What is the distance between Paso Robles and San Jose?

The distance between the two cities is 140 miles (226 km).

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

If you're headed to San Jose from Paso Robles, chances are that your bus will depart from AMTRAK Station and arrive at Diridon Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Jose?

Once in San Jose, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Winchester Mystery House, San Jose Earthquakes Soccer, The Tech Museum of Innovation, Japanese Friendship Garden and Almaden Quicksilver County Park.

Bus Paso Robles to San Jose from $54 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Paso Robles to San Jose on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:55am	AMTRAK Station	8h 40m	6:35pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
		9:55am	AMTRAK Station	10h 21m	8:16pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Paso Robles to San Jose on November 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:45am	AMTRAK Station	3h 30m	2:15pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
10:45am	AMTRAK Station	9h 1m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
10:45am	AMTRAK Station	9h 1m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:55am	AMTRAK Station	8h 40m	6:35pm	Diridon Station	No tags
9:55am	AMTRAK Station	10h 21m	8:16pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Paso Robles to San Jose on November 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:55am	AMTRAK Station	8h 40m	6:35pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
		9:55am	AMTRAK Station	12h 11m	10:06pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Paso Robles to San Jose on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:55am	AMTRAK Station	8h 40m	6:35pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
		9:55am	AMTRAK Station	12h 11m	10:06pm	Diridon Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Paso Robles to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 30mAverage Duration

136 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$58 - $58	Average Duration3h 30m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$37 - $70	Average Duration3h 31m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Paso Robles and San Jose?

Stops in Paso Robles

A
AMTRAK Station
800 Pine St, Paso Robles, CA 93446, USA
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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

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Amtrak

4/55,604 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5604 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $58

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Paso Robles to San Jose, US by bus

What is the distance between Paso Robles and San Jose?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Paso Robles to San Jose?
What are the best sights and things to do in San Jose?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/21

$72

11/22

$54

Today

$54

11/24

$90

11/25

$97

11/26

$54

11/27

$85

11/28

$91

The cheapest trip from Paso Robles to San Jose, US was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $54

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paso Robles to San Jose, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $54 to $284 for a bus ticket from Paso Robles to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-11-26.