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

Next bus departures

Next departures for Tucson to San Jose on December 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
Diridon StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Station
Diridon StationFastest
TufesaBus
S 12th Ave
Santiago Express San JoseNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
U of A
Diridon StationNo tags
TufesaBus
S 12th Ave
Santiago Express San JoseNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tucson to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 19 hours, and with fares starting at just $169, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
19hAverage Duration
1148 kmDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$169 - $443Average Duration19h
29kg CO₂e
Average Price$235 - $1,246Average Duration1d
104kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tucson 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 Tucson to San Jose?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Tucson to San Jose start from $169. The average price for this route is around $236. 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 Tucson to San Jose?

    The average bus travel time from Tucson to San Jose is 19h, covering a distance of 1148 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa, FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Tucson to San Jose at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

    A bus trip from Tucson 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 Tucson to San Jose?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Tufesa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Tucson 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 Tucson 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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12-04
$226
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12-07
$223
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$223
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tucson to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $223

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

You can expect to pay from $223 to $295 for a bus ticket from Tucson to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $223 which is on 2025-12-07.

Usually Greyhound, Tufesa 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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