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Today28 Jul
Tomorrow29 Jul
from US$83
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Next departures to San Jose

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: Riverside Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: UC Riverside
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: Riverside Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: Riverside Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: Riverside
    Departure location: Riverside Station
    Arrival time: 30 July at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Riverside to San Jose

Bus
Average priceUS$64 - US$175Average duration13h 55m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$87 - US$125Average duration12h 23m
50kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Riverside to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 12 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just US$87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
12h 23mAverage duration
US$87Cheapest ticket
50kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Riverside, CA to San Jose, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$114
Average bus trip duration13h 55m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure15:30
Distance346 miles

Riverside to San Jose Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Riverside, CA - San Jose, US

  1. What's the distance between Riverside and San Jose by coach?

    The distance between Riverside and San Jose by coach is approximately 344 miles (555 km).

  2. How can I travel from Riverside to San Jose avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
26/07
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27/07
US$65
Today
US$57
29/07
US$79
30/07
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to San Jose, US was searched and found on 28 Jul 2025 with a price of US$57

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

You can expect to pay from US$57 to US$125 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$79, which is on 2025-07-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Riverside to San Jose.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Riverside to San Jose will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Riverside to San Jose, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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 there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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Bus from Riverside, CA to San Jose, US

You can also go to San Jose, US by train

Train from Riverside, CA to San Jose, US

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