Find coaches from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US

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Next departures from San Jose to San Diego on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Santa Fe DepotCheapest
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Old Town San DiegoFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
Greyhound Bus StopNo tags
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to San Diego

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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
12h 50mAverage duration
653 kmDistance
16kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$47 - US$247Average duration12h 50m
16kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$100 - US$188Average duration14h 24m
61kg CO₂e

Bus San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$65
Average bus trip duration12h 50m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure00:40
Distance652 km
Latest bus departure23:10

San Jose to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - San Diego, CA, US

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

    The bus ticket price from San Jose to San Diego starts at US$47. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Jose to San Diego 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 Jose to San Diego?

    The average travel time between San Jose and San Diego is around 12h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 672 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from San Jose to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Jose to San Diego by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

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

    Buses travelling between San Jose and San Diego leave from Diridon Station or Santiago Express San Jose and arrive at Mission Valley Sheraton, Old Town Courtyard Marriot, Downtown Holiday Inn.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$103
29/10
US$103
Today
US$103
31/10
US$103
01/11
US$103
02/11
US$110
03/11
US$103
04/11
US$47
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$47

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 San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$47 to US$214 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$47, which is on 2025-11-04.

Usually Greyhound 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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Jose to San Diego but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Jose to San Diego, 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 Jose to San Diego 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 Jose to San Diego, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US?

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