Bus from El Paso, US to San Jose, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for El Paso to San Jose on December 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
TufesaBus
314 W Paisano Dr
San Jose, Ca. FronterasCheapest
TufesaBus
314 W Paisano Dr
Santiago Express San JoseFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Station
Diridon StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from El Paso to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 23 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $152, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
23h 45mAverage Duration
1539 kmDistance
38kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$152 - $555Average Duration23h 45m
38kg CO₂e
Average Price$322 - $570Average Duration1d 6h
140kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from El Paso, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from El Paso to San Jose?

    The cheapest bus tickets from El Paso to San Jose start from $152. The average price for this route is around $301. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from El Paso to San Jose?

    The average bus travel time from El Paso to San Jose is 23h 45m, covering a distance of 1539 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 15m and is operated by Tufesa.

  3. Which bus companies service the El Paso to San Jose route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from El Paso to San Jose?

    The earliest bus departs from El Paso to San Jose at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from El Paso to San Jose?

    A bus trip from El Paso to San Jose generates an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from El Paso to San Jose?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from El Paso to San Jose?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tufesa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from El Paso to San Jose?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Greyhound, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from El Paso to San Jose?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tufesa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 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
12-01
No data
12-02
$271
Today
$385
12-04
$288
12-05
No data
12-06
No data
12-07
$288
12-08
$275
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from El Paso, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $271

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

You can expect to pay from $271 to $385 for a bus ticket from El Paso, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $275 which is on 2025-12-08.

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.

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