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

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to El Paso on December 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Greyhound StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Greyhound StationFastest
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Union DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Union DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Union DepotNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
1540 kmDistance
38kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$177 - $610Average Duration1d 1h
38kg CO₂e
Average Price$368 - $1,668Average Duration1d 3h
140kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to El Paso, 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 San Jose to El Paso?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to El Paso start from $177. The average price for this route is around $419. 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 El Paso?

    The average bus travel time from San Jose to El Paso is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1540 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Jose to El Paso at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from San Jose to El Paso 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 San Jose to El Paso?

    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 5654 reviews.

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

    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 El Paso?

    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 El Paso?

    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
12-28
$492
12-29
$238
Today
$421
12-31
$215
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $215

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 El Paso, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $215 to $1,311 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $215 which is on 2025-12-31.

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