Bus Tickets from San Jose (CA), US to Santa Clara (CA), US

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from US$96
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from US$96
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Next departures to Santa Clara

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 17 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Santa Clara
    Destination location: Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 17 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 18 at
    Destination city: Santa Clara
    Destination location: Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 17 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Santa Clara
    Destination location: Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 17 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Santa Clara
    Destination location: Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 17 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 17 at
    Destination city: Santa Clara
    Destination location: Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Santa Clara

Bus
Average PriceUS$96 - US$96Average Duration12h 35m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$88 - US$157Average Duration17h 4m
49kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to Santa Clara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Clara. The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
12h 35mAverage Duration
US$96Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose to Santa Clara: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$96
Average Bus Trip Duration12h 35m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure2:55pm
Distance541 km
Latest bus departure3:20pm

San Jose to Santa Clara Bus

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

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

    The bus ride from San Jose to Santa Clara takes 12h 35m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Santa Clara in about 12h 10m.

  2. How far is San Jose from Santa Clara?

    The distance between San Jose and Santa Clara is around 8 km (5 miles).

  3. How much does it cost to take the bus from San Jose to Santa Clara?

    The bus fare from San Jose to Santa Clara is approximately US$96.

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

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06-12
US$91
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US$91
06-15
US$91
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06-17
US$91
06-18
US$91
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose to Santa Clara was searched and found on Jun 12, 2025 with a price of US$91

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 Santa Clara, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$91 to US$134 for a bus ticket from San Jose to Santa Clara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$91 which is on 2025-06-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Jose to Santa Clara.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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 Santa Clara.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Jose to Santa Clara will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose to Santa Clara?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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