Bus Tickets from San Jose, US to Truckee

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Next departures for San Jose to Truckee on October 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Diridon Station
10065 Donner Pass Rd, TruckeeCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
10065 Donner Pass Rd, TruckeeFastest
Amtrak
Diridon Station
10065 Donner Pass Rd, TruckeeNo tags
Amtrak
Diridon Station
10065 Donner Pass Rd, TruckeeNo tags

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Bus San Jose, US to Truckee: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$44
Average Bus Trip Duration6h 40m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure5:35am
Distance268 km

San Jose to Truckee Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Jose to Truckee, 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 - Truckee

  1. How far is San Jose from Truckee?

    The distance covered from San Jose to Truckee is 267 km (166 miles).

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10-06
US$44
10-07
US$43
Today
US$44
10-09
US$56
10-10
No data
10-11
US$31
10-12
No data
10-13
US$34
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Truckee was searched and found on Oct 11, 2025 with a price of US$31

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 Truckee, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$31 to US$460 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Truckee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$31 which is on 2025-10-11.

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 Truckee!

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 Truckee.

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 Truckee that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Jose to Truckee, 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.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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.

Will you be returning to San Jose, US by bus?

Bus from Truckee to San Jose, US

You can also go to Truckee by train

Train from San Jose, US to Truckee

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