Bus from San Jose, US to Madera: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from San Jose to Madera on 8 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Madera, CACheapestFastest
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Madera, CANo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 4:30 AM PST.

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We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Madera. The journey takes about 6 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just R 938, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
6h 23mAverage duration
166 kmDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 210 - R 1 232Average duration11h 20m
4kg CO₂e
Average priceR 938 - R 1 064Average duration6h 23m
15kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Madera?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Madera start at R 1 210. The average price for this route is around R 1 210. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Madera?

    The average bus journey time from San Jose to Madera is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 169 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Jose to Madera route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Madera?

    The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Madera at 06:55. And the latest bus departs at 14:15.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Madera?

    A bus trip from San Jose to Madera produces an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Jose to Madera?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to Madera?

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Jose to Madera?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to Madera?

    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
05/12
R 643
06/12
R 643
Today
R 643
08/12
R 643
09/12
No data
10/12
R 643
11/12
R 643
12/12
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Madera was searched and found on 05 Dec 2025 with a price of R 643

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 Madera as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 643 to R 643 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Madera based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 643, which is on 2025-12-08.

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