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

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to San Jose start from $586. The average price for this route is around $737. 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 Philadelphia to San Jose?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to San Jose is 3d 12h, covering a distance of 2496 miles (4025 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 3h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to San Jose route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to San Jose at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to San Jose generates an estimated 101 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 Philadelphia to San Jose?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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 Philadelphia to San Jose?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to San Jose from $690 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to San Jose on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 10h	5:25am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 20h	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:00am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	3d 3h	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags
	Bus	2:00am	Schuylkill & Walnut	3d 6h	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:55am	Cherry Hill Mall	3d 21h	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to San Jose

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 4 days, 6 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just $436, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

4d 6hAverage Duration

2494 milesDistance

366kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$586 - $752	Average Duration3d 12h	CO₂ emissions 101kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$436 - $629	Average Duration4d 6h	CO₂ emissions 366kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and San Jose?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,519 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/512,174 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to San Jose?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to San Jose start from $586. The average price for this route is around $737. 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 Philadelphia to San Jose?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to San Jose is 3d 12h, covering a distance of 2496 miles (4025 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3d 3h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to San Jose route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to San Jose at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to San Jose?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to San Jose generates an estimated 101 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 Philadelphia to San Jose?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to San Jose?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to San Jose?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Philadelphia to San Jose?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, US was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $690

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

You can expect to pay from $690 to $738 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $690 which is on 2026-02-03.