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Thu31 Jul
from US$57
Fri1 Aug
from US$57
Sat2 Aug
from US$55
Sun3 Aug
from US$50
Mon4 Aug
from US$39
Tue5 Aug
from US$37
Wed6 Aug
Thu7 Aug

Cheap buses leaving Friday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: UCLA
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Santiago Express San Jose
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: 613 Maple Ave
    Operated by: TufesaTufesa
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: UCLA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Los Angeles

Bus
Average priceUS$33 - US$144Average duration7h
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$59 - US$368Average duration10h 45m
45kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just US$33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day
7hAverage duration
US$33Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose, US to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$55
Average bus trip duration7h
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure00:40
Distance297 miles
Latest bus departure23:10

San Jose to Los Angeles Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Los Angeles from San Jose, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Los Angeles, US

  1. How far is Los Angeles from San Jose by coach?

    The distance between San Jose and Los Angeles by coach is approximately 306 miles (493 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Los Angeles from San Jose without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
27/07
US$69
28/07
US$59
Today
US$61
30/07
US$60
31/07
US$49
01/08
US$49
02/08
US$47
03/08
US$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 2 Aug 2025 with a price of US$47

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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$139 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47, which is on 2025-08-02.

Usually Amtrak 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Jose to Los Angeles.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Jose to Los Angeles.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Jose to Los Angeles while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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You can also go to Los Angeles, US by train

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