Bus from San Jose, US to Colfax, CA: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Colfax on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Colfax StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Colfax (Standlock Bottle Shop)Fastest
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Colfax StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Colfax

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Colfax. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
5h 25mAverage Duration
214 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$53 - $145Average Duration5h 25m
5kg CO₂e
Average Price$72 - $743Average Duration5h 21m
19kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Colfax, CA 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 San Jose to Colfax?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Colfax start from $53. The average price for this route is around $93. 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 San Jose to Colfax?

    The average bus travel time from San Jose to Colfax is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 214 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Colfax at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35am.

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

    A bus trip from San Jose to Colfax generates an estimated 5 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 San Jose to Colfax?

    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 5597 reviews.

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

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

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

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

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

    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.

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11-29
$82
11-30
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$82
12-02
$61
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Colfax, CA was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $61

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

You can expect to pay from $61 to $314 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Colfax, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-02.

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