Bus Tickets from Tijuana, BCN to San Jose, CA

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from US$101
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from US$83
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: Tijuana
    Departure location: Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: Tijuana
    Departure location: Tijuana - Plaza El Mexicano
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: Tijuana
    Departure location: Tijuana Airport Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: Tijuana
    Departure location: Tijuana Insurgentes Bus Station
    Arrival time: May 17 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: San Jose Los Suenos Ave
    Operated by: TufesaTufesa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 17 at
    Departure city: Tijuana
    Departure location: Tijuana(Hotel City Express)
    Arrival time: May 18 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines Mexico + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Tijuana to San Jose: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$87
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 15m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure4:20am
Distance700 km
Latest bus departure5:00pm

Tijuana to San Jose Bus

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

  1. How long does it take to get to San Jose from Tijuana by bus?

    The typical travel time from Tijuana to San Jose by bus is around 13h 15m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 12h 25m.

  2. What is the distance between Tijuana and San Jose?

    The distance between Tijuana and San Jose is around 696 km (432 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Tijuana Airport, in Tijuana, and end it at Diridon Station, in San Jose.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Tijuana to San Jose?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to San Jose from Tijuana; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$60, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much is the bus from Tijuana to San Jose?

    Taking the bus from Tijuana to San Jose costs on average US$87.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Tijuana to San Jose?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Tijuana until 5:00pm and reaching San Jose on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05-13
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05-14
US$176
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05-16
US$71
05-17
US$93
05-18
US$75
05-19
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05-20
US$63
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tijuana to San Jose was searched and found on May 20, 2025 with a price of US$63

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Tijuana to San Jose, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$63 to US$176 for a bus ticket from Tijuana to San Jose based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$63 which is on 2025-05-20.

Usually TUFE 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.

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Tijuana to San Jose, get comfy and count the stars.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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.

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