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

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Santa Rosa

Bus
Average PriceUS$34 - US$34Average Duration8h 5m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$39 - US$39Average Duration4h 40m
13kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Jose to Santa Rosa

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Rosa. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4.250000000000001train per day
4h 40mAverage Duration
US$39Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose to Santa Rosa: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$34
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure4:30am
Distance145 km

San Jose to Santa Rosa Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from San Jose to Santa Rosa.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Jose to Santa Rosa, 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 (CA), US - Santa Rosa (CA), US

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

    The bus ride from San Jose to Santa Rosa takes 8h 5m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Santa Rosa in about 8h 5m.

  2. What is the travel distance from San Jose to Santa Rosa?

    The distance between San Jose and Santa Rosa is approximately 143 km (89 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Diridon Station in San Jose will take you to Santa Rosa Bus Station in Santa Rosa.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Santa Rosa?

    The least expensive way to go from San Jose to Santa Rosa would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$34, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from San Jose to Santa Rosa?

    You can expect to pay around US$34 for the bus ride from San Jose to Santa Rosa.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose to Santa Rosa was searched and found on Jun 11, 2025 with a price of US$30

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 Rosa, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$30 to US$30 for a bus ticket from San Jose to Santa Rosa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30 which is on 2025-06-17.

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 Santa Rosa!

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 Rosa.

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 Santa Rosa that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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.

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.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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You can also go to Santa Rosa by train

Train from San Jose to Santa Rosa

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