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- This trip is recommended because it is the: CheapestDeparture time: 27 April atDeparture city: San DiegoDeparture location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)Arrival time: 27 April atDestination city: San JoseDestination location: Downtown San Jose, W San Carlos Street
- This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd CheapestDeparture time: 27 April atDeparture city: San DiegoDeparture location: San Diego Greyhound Bus StopArrival time: 27 April atDestination city: San JoseDestination location: Diridon Station
- This trip is recommended because it is the: FastestDeparture time: 27 April atDeparture city: San DiegoDeparture location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)Arrival time: 28 April atDestination city: San JoseDestination location: Downtown San Jose, W San Carlos Street
- Departure time: 27 April atDeparture city: San DiegoDeparture location: San Ysidro McDonald'sArrival time: 27 April atDestination city: San JoseDestination location: Santiago Express San Jose
- Departure time: 27 April atDeparture city: San DiegoDeparture location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)Arrival time: 28 April atDestination city: San JoseDestination location: Downtown San Jose, W San Carlos Street
Bus San Diego to San Jose: Trip Overview
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Based on 2591 reviews, the company was rated 3.3 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$44.00
Based on 85894 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$44.00
Greyhound San Diego San Jose recent customer reviews
Irresponsible drivers
Very bad because i missed the bus and i had reached my destination 4 hrs late
My bus from Los Angeles to San Jose got cancelled after 4 hours of waiting from 11:30pm-3:30am
Based on 601 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Tufesa ticket prices on this trip start at US$88.00
San Diego to San Jose buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Buses | 18 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 05:35 - 21:25 |
Minimum Price | US$55 |
Average Ticket Price | US$70 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 9h20m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 12h5m |
Distance | 416 miles |
Bus companies on this route | FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in San Diego and San Jose?
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
San Ysidro McDonald's2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
Old Town Courtyard Marriot1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Downtown Holiday Inn1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
Mission Valley Sheraton601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Market St. & Park Blvd1646 Camino De La Reina, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
Westfield Mission Valley65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
Diridon Station440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
Santiago Express San Jose1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
1118 E William St100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
San Jose Bus StopGuadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
Tamien Station65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
Diridon StationFrequently asked questions on the trip San Diego - San Jose
The average bus ticket price from San Diego to San Jose is US$70. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Diego to San Jose is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
The average travel time between San Diego and San Jose is around 12h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 417 miles that separates the two cities.
The number of buses from San Diego to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 18 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Diego to San Jose by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
When taking the bus from San Diego to San Jose, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa.
Buses travelling between San Diego and San Jose leave from San Ysidro McDonald's or Old Town Courtyard Marriot and arrive at Diridon Station, Santiago Express San Jose, 1118 E William St.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego to San Jose as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$56 to US$103 for a bus ticket from San Diego to San Jose based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$56, which is on 2024-04-30.
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
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Diego and San Jose!
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 Diego to San Jose.
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 Diego to San Jose.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from San Diego to San Jose.
Did you know?
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.
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.
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 Diego to San Jose?
Vehicle type | Travel time | Avg price | Daily departures |
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Vehicle typeBus | Travel time12h 5m | Avg priceUS$70 | Daily departures18 |
Vehicle typeTrain | Travel time12h 29m | Avg priceUS$119 | Daily departures9 |
The best way to travel between San Diego and San Jose is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$70 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$44. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Jose, choose the bus, as it will take you from San Diego to San Jose in about 12h 5m – that's the fastest way to get there!
Will you be returning to San Diego by bus?
Bus from San Jose to San DiegoYou can also go to San Jose by train
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