Bus Tickets from Bakersfield to San Jose, US

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TodayJul 30
from US$65
TomorrowJul 31
from US$48
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: McKee Park & Ride
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: Tufesa Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Santiago Express San Jose
    Operated by: TufesaTufesa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: August 1 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: Tufesa Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Santiago Express San Jose
    Operated by: TufesaTufesa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 31 at
    Departure city: Bakersfield
    Departure location: Tufesa Bus Station
    Arrival time: July 31 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Santiago Express San Jose
    Operated by: TufesaTufesa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Bakersfield to San Jose

Bus
Average PriceUS$42 - US$153Average Duration5h 25m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$39 - US$92Average Duration6h 38m
31kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Bakersfield to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
5h 25mAverage Duration
US$42Cheapest ticket
9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bakersfield to San Jose, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$65
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 25m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure1:05am
Distance345 km
Latest bus departure8:15pm

Bakersfield to San Jose Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bakersfield - San Jose, US

  1. What is the travel distance from Bakersfield to San Jose?

    Bakersfield and San Jose are 341 km (212 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Bakersfield to San Jose?

    Buses departing from Tufesa Bus Station in Bakersfield will take you to Diridon Station 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
07-28
US$61
07-29
US$61
Today
US$44
07-31
US$40
08-01
US$37
08-02
US$40
08-03
US$61
08-04
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bakersfield to San Jose, US was searched and found on Aug 1, 2025 with a price of US$37

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

You can expect to pay from US$37 to US$98 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$37 which is on 2025-08-01.

Usually Amtrak 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.

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Bus from Bakersfield to San Jose, US

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