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Compare 2 ways to go from New York to San Jose

Average PriceUS$172 - US$815Average Duration3d 9h
103kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$346 - US$2,415Average Duration3d 7h
373kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 3 days, 9 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$172, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
3d 9hAverage Duration
US$172Cheapest ticket
103kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York to San Jose: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$334
Average Bus Trip Duration3d 9h
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure1:30am
Distance4104 km
Latest bus departure11:59pm

New York to San Jose Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York - San Jose

  1. How long does it take to get to San Jose from New York by bus?

    The typical travel time from New York to San Jose by bus is around 3d 9h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to San Jose in about 2d 23h.

  2. What is the distance between New York and San Jose?

    The distance covered from New York to San Jose is 4108 km (2547 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from New York to San Jose?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at New York Port Authority, in New York, and end it at Diridon Station, in San Jose.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from New York to San Jose?

    The least expensive way to go from New York to San Jose would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$172, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from New York to San Jose?

    The bus fare from New York to San Jose is approximately US$334.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from New York to San Jose?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from New York until 11:59pm and reaching San Jose on the following day.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New York and San Jose!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New York to San Jose, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from New York to San Jose.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from New York to San Jose, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from New York to San Jose?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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