Bus from San Jose, US to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Jose to Philadelphia on 2 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Diridon Station
Philadelphia (Logan Square)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Diridon Station
Schuylkill & WalnutNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Diridon Station
Frazer - 56-40 Matthews RdNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Diridon Station
Cherry Hill MallNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Diridon Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 3 days, 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 863, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
3d 8hAverage duration
3992 kmDistance
100kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 863 - R 16 166Average duration3d 8h
100kg CO₂e
Average priceR 8 116 - R 50 834Average duration3d 5h
366kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Philadelphia start at R 2 863. The average price for this route is around R 7 303. 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 Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from San Jose to Philadelphia is 3d 8h, covering a distance of 3992 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3d and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Philadelphia at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

    A bus trip from San Jose to Philadelphia produces an estimated 100 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 Philadelphia?

    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 5752 reviews.

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

    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 Philadelphia?

    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 Philadelphia?

    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
31/01
R 2 770
01/02
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Today
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03/02
R 4 547
04/02
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 770

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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 770 to R 20 389 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 547, which is on 2026-02-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Philadelphia, PA?

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