How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to San Jose?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to San Jose start from $51. The average price for this route is around $108. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from San Diego to San Jose?

The average bus trip duration from San Diego to San Jose is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 405 miles (653 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to San Jose route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to San Jose?

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to San Jose at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to San Jose?

A bus trip from San Diego to San Jose generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Diego to San Jose?

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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to San Jose?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to San Jose?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to San Jose?

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.

Bus San Diego to San Jose from $50 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	16h 5m	2:15pm	Diridon Station	Cheapest
		7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on January 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	13h 35m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	13h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags
	10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	16h 5m	2:15pm	Diridon Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:15pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	13h 10m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on January 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	13h 35m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	16h 5m	2:15pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on January 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	13h 35m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	16h 5m	2:15pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on January 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	13h 35m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	13h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags
	10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	16h 5m	2:15pm	Diridon Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:15pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	13h 10m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on January 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	13h 35m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	13h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags
	10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	16h 15m	2:25pm	Diridon Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:15pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	13h 10m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on January 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	13h 35m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	13h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags
	10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	16h 15m	2:25pm	Diridon Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:15pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	13h 10m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on January 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	13h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:15pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	13h 10m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags
	10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	16h 5m	2:15pm	Diridon Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:55am	Downtown SD (Seaport)	17h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:51 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego 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 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

13h 30mAverage Duration

405 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$51 - $214	Average Duration13h 30m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$100 - $425	Average Duration13h 36m	CO₂ emissions 61kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and San Jose?

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,701 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,891 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,477 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound San Diego San Jose recent customer reviews

My bus from Los Angeles to San Jose got cancelled after 4 hours of waiting from 11:30pm-3:30am

Devon J.

October 3, 2019

Irresponsible drivers

Alfonso V.

February 27, 2021

Very bad because i missed the bus and i had reached my destination 4 hrs late

Pavan Kumar D.

November 2, 2019

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US to San Jose, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to San Jose?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to San Jose start from $51. The average price for this route is around $108. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to San Jose?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to San Jose is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 405 miles (653 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to San Jose route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to San Jose at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to San Jose?
A bus trip from San Diego to San Jose generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego to San Jose?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to San Jose?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Diego to San Jose?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to San Jose?
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

01/02

$101

01/03

$93

Today

$103

01/05

$93

01/06

$93

01/07

$93

01/08

$93

01/09

$93

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on Jan 3, 2026 with a price of $93

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

You can expect to pay from $93 to $193 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $93 which is on 2026-01-05.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.