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

The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to San Jose start at R 798. The average price for this route is around R 1 130. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from Bakersfield to San Jose is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 339 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to San Jose route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa , FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to San Jose at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:45.

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

A bus trip from Bakersfield to San Jose produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to San Jose?

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 5627 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Bakersfield 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.

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

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 Bakersfield to San Jose from R 674 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bakersfield to San Jose on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:05	Bakersfield	4h 35m	18:40	Santiago Express San Jose	CheapestFastest
Bus	15:30	Bakersfield	5h 25m	20:55	Santiago Express San Jose	No tags
Bus	17:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	12h 10m	05:25	Diridon Station	No tags
Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	11h 40m	04:30	Diridon Station	No tags
Bus	14:05	Bakersfield	4h 55m	19:00	San Jose, Ca. Fronteras	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to San Jose on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:15	Bakersfield	6h	16:15	Santiago Express San Jose	Cheapest
	Bus	14:05	Bakersfield	4h 35m	18:40	Santiago Express San Jose	Fastest
	Bus	15:30	Bakersfield	5h 25m	20:55	Santiago Express San Jose	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:00	16th St (Bakersfield)	12h	17:00	Diridon Station	No tags
	Bus	17:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	12h 10m	05:25	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to San Jose on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:15	Bakersfield	6h	16:15	Santiago Express San Jose	Cheapest
	Bus	14:05	Bakersfield	4h 35m	18:40	Santiago Express San Jose	Fastest
	Bus	15:30	Bakersfield	5h 25m	20:55	Santiago Express San Jose	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	05:00	16th St (Bakersfield)	12h	17:00	Diridon Station	No tags
	Bus	17:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	12h 10m	05:25	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to San Jose on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15	Bakersfield	6h	16:15	Santiago Express San Jose	Cheapest
Bus	14:05	Bakersfield	4h 35m	18:40	Santiago Express San Jose	Fastest
Bus	15:30	Bakersfield	5h 25m	20:55	Santiago Express San Jose	No tags
Bus	17:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	12h 10m	05:25	Diridon Station	No tags
Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	11h 40m	04:30	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to San Jose on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15	Bakersfield	6h	16:15	Santiago Express San Jose	Cheapest
Bus	14:05	Bakersfield	4h 35m	18:40	Santiago Express San Jose	Fastest
Bus	15:30	Bakersfield	5h 25m	20:55	Santiago Express San Jose	No tags
Bus	17:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	12h 10m	05:25	Diridon Station	No tags
Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	11h 40m	04:30	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Bakersfield to San Jose on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:15	Bakersfield	6h	16:15	Santiago Express San Jose	Cheapest
Bus	14:05	Bakersfield	4h 35m	18:40	Santiago Express San Jose	Fastest
Bus	15:30	Bakersfield	5h 25m	20:55	Santiago Express San Jose	No tags
Bus	17:15	16th St (Bakersfield)	12h 10m	05:25	Diridon Station	No tags
Bus	16:50	Amtrak Station	11h 40m	04:30	Diridon Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 12:23 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Bakersfield 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 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 798, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

5h 45mAverage duration

339 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 798 - R 4 082	Average duration5h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 309 - R 1 506	Average duration7h 51m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and San Jose?

Stops in Bakersfield

A
Tufesa Bus Station
1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
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B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA
C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Stops in San Jose

A
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
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B
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

Compare bus companies

Tufesa

3.5/5696 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

WiFi3

Based on 696 reviews, the company was rated 3.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Tufesa ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 112

Tufesa Bakersfield San Jose recent customer reviews

Overall I was impressed with kindness the bus driver and staff expressed. They were all genuine and considerate, including the other patrons taking the bus and at the stations; however, it was a bit of an inconvenience that the bus was expected to arrive 2hrs late and because of this, the drop off destination changed. I don’t think I’d use this transportation again, unless I had no other options.

Elisa F.

30 June 2022

I was very disappointed with the condition the bathroom was in. The WiFi did not work. My bus was scheduled to leave at 2pm but did not do so until after 4:15pm.

Vivian B.

17 July 2021

Buses are late, no customer service available at some locations. Bakersfield reps are helpful but not in their other locations.

Ste'von B.

27 November 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511 619 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587 432 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Jose?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bakersfield to San Jose start at R 798. The average price for this route is around R 1 130. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bakersfield to San Jose?
The average bus journey time from Bakersfield to San Jose is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 339 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to San Jose route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa, FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bakersfield to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to San Jose at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 21:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to San Jose?
A bus trip from Bakersfield to San Jose produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Bakersfield to San Jose?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to San Jose?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Bakersfield 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bakersfield to San Jose?
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

13/12

R 1 072

14/12

R 1 072

Today

R 1 072

16/12

R 1 072

17/12

R 1 072

18/12

R 1 072

19/12

R 1 072

20/12

R 1 072

The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to San Jose, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 072

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 072 to R 3 837 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 072, which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Greyhound 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.