Bus Tickets from San Jose, US to Houston, US

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Houston on October 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Diridon Station
Houston Uptown/Upper KirbyCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Houston Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
Diridon Station
Downtown Gray & SmithNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Houston

Bus
Average PriceUS$109 - US$478Average Duration2d 2h
65kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$335 - US$373Average Duration1d 22h
236kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to Houston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 2 days, 2 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
2d 2hAverage Duration
US$109Cheapest ticket
65kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose, US to Houston, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$175
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 2h
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure12:55am
Distance2596 km
Latest bus departure11:10pm

San Jose to Houston Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Jose to Houston, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

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

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

    San Jose and Houston are 2592 km (1607 miles) apart.

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

    Buses departing from Diridon Station in San Jose will take you to Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway in Houston.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10-10
US$355
10-11
US$351
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US$249
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10-16
US$166
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Houston, US was searched and found on Oct 16, 2025 with a price of US$166

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 Houston, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$166 to US$1,664 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$166 which is on 2025-10-16.

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.

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 San Jose and Houston!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Jose to Houston.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Jose to Houston that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Houston, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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