Bus from San Jose, US to Tucson: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Jose to Tucson on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Diridon Station
E Broadway BlvdNo tags
FlixBusBus
Diridon Station
U of ANo tags
FlixBusBus
Diridon Station
U of ANo tags
FlixBusBus
Diridon Station
Tucson DowntownNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Diridon Station
Greyhound StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 19 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
19h 20mAverage Duration
1148 kmDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$129 - $439Average Duration19h 20m
29kg CO₂e
Average Price$255 - $337Average Duration21h 12m
104kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Tucson by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Tucson?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Tucson start from $129. The average price for this route is around $240. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Jose to Tucson?

    The average bus travel time from San Jose to Tucson is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 1148 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 45m and is operated by Tufesa.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Jose to Tucson route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Tufesa, Amtrak, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Jose to Tucson?

    The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Tucson at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Tucson?

    A bus trip from San Jose to Tucson generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Jose to Tucson?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to Tucson?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Jose to Tucson?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to Tucson?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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11-26
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11-27
$228
Today
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11-29
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11-30
$120
12-01
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12-02
$107
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Tucson was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $107

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 Tucson, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $107 to $613 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually FlixBus 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.

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

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