Find coaches from Tucson to San Jose, US

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Next departures from Tucson to San Jose on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound
Greyhound Station
Diridon StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Greyhound Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Greyhound Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Tufesa
S 12th Ave
Santiago Express San JoseNo tags
Tufesa
S 12th Ave
San Jose, Ca. FronterasNo tags

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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 19 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$89, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
19h 30mAverage duration
1149 kmDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$89 - US$260Average duration19h 30m
29kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$112 - US$217Average duration1d
104kg CO₂e

Bus Tucson to San Jose, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$167
Average bus trip duration19h 30m
Number of daily buses11
Earliest bus departure01:20
Distance1149 km
Latest bus departure23:15

Tucson to San Jose Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Tucson to San Jose from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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

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

    The bus ticket price from Tucson to San Jose starts at US$89. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Tucson 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 Tucson to San Jose?

    The average travel time between Tucson and San Jose is around 19h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 17h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1147 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Tucson to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Tucson to San Jose by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

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

    Buses travelling between Tucson and San Jose leave from Greyhound Station or S 12th Ave 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
28/10
US$158
29/10
US$158
Today
US$158
31/10
US$106
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tucson to San Jose, US was searched and found on 31 Oct 2025 with a price of US$106

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

You can expect to pay from US$106 to US$228 for a bus ticket from Tucson to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$106, which is on 2025-10-31.

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 Tucson and San Jose!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Tucson to San Jose, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Tucson to San Jose.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Tucson to San Jose.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

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