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

Next bus departures

Next departures for Seattle to San Jose on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Greyhound Station
Diridon StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
Diridon StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
University of Washington
Diridon StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to San Jose

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 minutes, and with fares starting at just $167, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d Average Duration
1143 kmDistance
104kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$125 - $726Average Duration1d 14h
29kg CO₂e
Average Price$167 - $924Average Duration1d
104kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to San Jose, US 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 Seattle to San Jose?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to San Jose start from $125. The average price for this route is around $229. 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 Seattle to San Jose?

    The average bus travel time from Seattle to San Jose is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1149 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Seattle to San Jose at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Seattle to San Jose 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 Seattle to San Jose?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

    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 Seattle to San Jose?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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