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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Irvine Station | Diridon Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Irvine Station | Diridon Station | No tags | |||||
| Irvine Station | Diridon Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Irvine to San Jose
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 649, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5648 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 470
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Irvine, US 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 Irvine to San Jose?
The cheapest bus tickets from Irvine to San Jose start at R 1 649. The average price for this route is around R 1 649. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Irvine to San Jose?
The average bus journey time from Irvine to San Jose is 15h 5m, covering a distance of 556 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Irvine to San Jose route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Irvine to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from Irvine to San Jose at 23:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Irvine to San Jose?
A bus trip from Irvine to San Jose produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Irvine, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 400To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Irvine, US to San Jose, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 400 to R 1 677 for a bus ticket from Irvine, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 400, which is on 2025-12-18.
What's the cheapest way to go from Irvine, US to San Jose, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
