How much is the bus ticket from Palm Springs to San Jose?

The cheapest bus tickets from Palm Springs to San Jose start from $79. The average price for this route is around $93. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Palm Springs to San Jose?

The average bus trip duration from Palm Springs to San Jose is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 386 miles (622 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Palm Springs to San Jose route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Palm Springs to San Jose at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:15pm.

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

A bus trip from Palm Springs to San Jose generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Palm Springs to San Jose?

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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palm Springs to San Jose?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Palm Springs to San Jose?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Palm Springs to San Jose?

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 Palm Springs to San Jose from $109 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Palm Springs to San Jose on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:00pm	Palm Springs Airport (PSP)	14h 30m	4:30am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
2:10pm	Indian Canyon Dr	14h 20m	4:30am	Diridon Station	Fastest
2:00pm	Palm Springs Airport (PSP)	14h 30m	4:30am	Diridon Station	No tags
2:10pm	Indian Canyon Dr	14h 20m	4:30am	Diridon Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 1:26 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Palm Springs to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

10h 45mAverage Duration

386 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$79 - $177	Average Duration10h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$124 - $739	Average Duration17h 44m	CO₂ emissions 56kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Palm Springs and San Jose?

Stops in Palm Springs

A
Palm Springs Airport
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B
Garnet Ave
360 Garnet Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240, USA
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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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,510 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Palm Springs to San Jose, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Palm Springs to San Jose?
The cheapest bus tickets from Palm Springs to San Jose start from $79. The average price for this route is around $93. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Palm Springs to San Jose?
The average bus trip duration from Palm Springs to San Jose is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 386 miles (622 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Palm Springs to San Jose route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Palm Springs to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from Palm Springs to San Jose at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Palm Springs to San Jose?
A bus trip from Palm Springs to San Jose generates an estimated 16 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Palm Springs to San Jose?
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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Palm Springs to San Jose?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Palm Springs to San Jose?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Palm Springs to San Jose?
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.

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$109

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The cheapest trip from Palm Springs to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $109

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

You can expect to pay from $109 to $126 for a bus ticket from Palm Springs to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $109 which is on 2025-12-04.