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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Reno start at R 545. The average price for this route is around R 709. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from San Jose to Reno is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 305 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Reno route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Reno at 05:35. And the latest bus departs at 06:55.

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

A bus trip from San Jose to Reno 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 San Jose to Reno?

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 San Jose to Reno?

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 San Jose to Reno?

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 San Jose to Reno?

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 San Jose to Reno from R 430 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Jose to Reno on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:35	Diridon Station	7h 30m	13:05	Reno	CheapestFastest
05:35	Diridon Station	7h 45m	13:20	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
04:30	Diridon Station	10h 57m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
04:30	Diridon Station	10h 57m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
04:30	Diridon Station	9h 25m	13:55	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Reno on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:35	Diridon Station	7h 30m	13:05	Reno	CheapestFastest
05:35	Diridon Station	7h 45m	13:20	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
04:30	Diridon Station	10h 57m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
04:30	Diridon Station	9h 25m	13:55	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Reno on 20 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
05:35	Diridon Station	7h 30m	13:05	Reno	CheapestFastest
05:35	Diridon Station	7h 45m	13:20	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	No tags
04:30	Diridon Station	10h 57m	15:27	Reno Station	No tags
04:30	Diridon Station	9h 25m	13:55	Reno Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:39 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Reno

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 545, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

7h 45mAverage duration

305 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 545 - R 2 644	Average duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 482 - R 2 853	Average duration9h 9m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Reno?

Stops in San Jose

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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B
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
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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

Stops in Reno

A
Reno Station
101169 E Commercial Row, Reno, NV 89501, USA
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B
Reno Tahoe Airport
Howard W. Cannon Terminal, 2001 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502, USA
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C
Reno Greyhound Bus Station
155 Stevenson St, Reno, NV 89503

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 434 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87434 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 554

Greyhound San Jose Reno recent customer reviews

Did not leave Oakland on time.Left 2 hrs late.Got to Sacramento and left there 1 1/2 hr late.So it took us 10 hrs and was suppose to be 4 hr trip.NOT GOOD.

Karley P.

19 May 2018

Wifi didn't work. Outlets were only at some seats. Bathroom smelled bad and needed to be cleaned. Not a pleasant experience.

Julie C.

11 March 2017

Never again.. worse travel experience of my life!

Donna P.

18 July 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511 629 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Reno 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 San Jose to Reno?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Reno start at R 545. The average price for this route is around R 709. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Jose to Reno?
The average bus journey time from San Jose to Reno is 7h 45m, covering a distance of 305 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Reno route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Reno?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Reno at 05:35. And the latest bus departs at 06:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Reno?
A bus trip from San Jose to Reno 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 San Jose to Reno?
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 San Jose to Reno?
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 San Jose to Reno?
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 San Jose to Reno?
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

14/12

R 1 230

15/12

R 1 033

Today

R 774

17/12

R 611

18/12

R 611

19/12

R 1 067

20/12

R 1 144

21/12

R 792

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Reno was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 611

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 Reno as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 611 to R 8 105 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 611, which is on 2025-12-17.

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.