How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Truckee?

The cheapest coach tickets from San Jose to Truckee start from £31. The average price for this route is around £44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Truckee?

The average bus journey time from San Jose to Truckee is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 167 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Truckee route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Truckee?

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Truckee at 05:35. And the latest bus departs at 05:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Truckee?

A bus journey from San Jose to Truckee produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from San Jose to Truckee?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to Truckee?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Jose to Truckee?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to Truckee?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Jose to Truckee from £27 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Jose to Truckee on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	14:25	Diridon Station	7h 40m	22:05	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	14:25	Diridon Station	7h 40m	22:05	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags
	Bus	05:35	Diridon Station	6h 40m	12:15	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags
	Bus	05:35	Diridon Station	6h 40m	12:15	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	14:25	Diridon Station	7h 40m	22:05	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Truckee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Truckee. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 40mAverage duration

167 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£31 - £98	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£42 - £378	Average duration7h 43m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Jose, US to Truckee

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Truckee?
The cheapest coach tickets from San Jose to Truckee start from £31. The average price for this route is around £44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Truckee?
The average bus journey time from San Jose to Truckee is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 167 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Truckee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Truckee?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Truckee at 05:35. And the latest bus departs at 05:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Truckee?
A bus journey from San Jose to Truckee produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from San Jose to Truckee?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to Truckee?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Jose to Truckee?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to Truckee?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

27/11

£92

28/11

£75

Today

£45

30/11

No data

01/12

£39

02/12

£39

03/12

£31

04/12

£35

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Truckee was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £31

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 Truckee as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £31 to £357 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Truckee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £31, which is on 2025-12-03.

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.