Bus Tickets from San Jose (CA), US to Madera

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Next departures to Madera

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Madera
    Destination location: Madera, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Madera
    Destination location: Madera, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Madera
    Destination location: Madera, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Madera
    Destination location: Madera Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Madera

Bus
Average PriceUS$44 - US$75Average Duration9h 10m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$41 - US$48Average Duration6h 13m
15kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Jose to Madera

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Madera. The journey takes about 6 hours 13 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2.6666666666666665train per day
6h 13mAverage Duration
US$41Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose to Madera: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$56
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 10m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure6:45am
Distance168 km

San Jose to Madera Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose (CA), US - Madera

  1. How long is the bus trip from San Jose to Madera?

    The trip from San Jose to Madera will take on average 9h 10m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Madera in 9h 10m

  2. How far is San Jose from Madera?

    The distance between San Jose and Madera is around 169 km (105 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Diridon Station, in San Jose, and end it at Madera, CA, in Madera.

  4. How much does it cost to take the bus from San Jose to Madera?

    Taking the bus from San Jose to Madera costs on average US$56.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose to Madera was searched and found on Jun 13, 2025 with a price of US$35

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

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$35 for a bus ticket from San Jose to Madera based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35 which is on 2025-06-13.

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Bus Travel Tips

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