Find coaches from San Francisco, US to San Jose, US

Next departures

Next departures from San Francisco to San Jose on 4 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
    		409 Townsend St, SF
    		Diridon StationCheapestFastest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		San Francisco Bus Station
      		Diridon StationNo tags
      Amtrak
        		Mission St & Fremont St
        		Diridon StationNo tags
        Amtrak
          		Mission St & Fremont St
          		Diridon StationNo tags
          Amtrak
            		Mission St & Fremont St
            		Diridon StationNo tags

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            Get from San Francisco to San Jose

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 1 hour, and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            6bus per day
            1hAverage duration
            66 kmDistance
            2kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus San Francisco, US to San Jose, US: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$18
            Average bus trip duration1h
            Number of daily buses6
            Earliest bus departure05:15
            Distance66 km
            Latest bus departure23:25

            San Francisco to San Jose Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco, US - San Jose, US

            1. How much does a bus ticket from San Francisco to San Jose cost?

              The bus ticket price from San Francisco to San Jose starts at US$15. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco 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!

            2. How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to San Jose?

              The average travel time between San Francisco and San Jose is around 1h, although the fastest bus will take about 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 68 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Francisco and San Jose?

              The number of buses from San Francisco to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to San Jose by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from San Francisco to San Jose?

              When taking the bus from San Francisco to San Jose, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Francisco to San Jose?

              Buses travelling between San Francisco and San Jose leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at Diridon Station, Santiago Express San Jose, 1118 E William St.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            30/10
            US$14
            31/10
            US$17
            Today
            US$15
            02/11
            US$14
            03/11
            US$11
            04/11
            US$9
            05/11
            US$9
            06/11
            US$9
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$9

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

            You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$147 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9, which is on 2025-11-04.

            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 Francisco and San Jose!

            Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Francisco to San Jose, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Francisco to San Jose will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

            Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Francisco to San Jose, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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

            Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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