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

The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to San Jose start from $81. The average price for this route is around $169. 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 Phoenix to San Jose?

The average bus trip duration from Phoenix to San Jose is 16h 35m, covering a distance of 616 miles (994 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 30m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Phoenix to San Jose route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa , FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to San Jose at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Phoenix to San Jose generates an estimated 25 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 Phoenix 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 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix to San Jose from $90 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Phoenix to San Jose on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus		10:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	19h 10m	5:00pm	Diridon Station	Cheapest
		3:55pm	Phoenix Bus Station	14h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest

Next departures for Phoenix to San Jose on January 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:50pm	Phoenix Bus Station	19h 10m	5:00pm	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	3:55pm	Phoenix Bus Station	14h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
	1:30am	N 27th Ave	15h 45m	4:15pm	Santiago Express San Jose	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	12:40pm	Phoenix Airport (PHX)/44th Street station	17h 45m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags
	8:00pm	Phoenix (North), AZ	22h 35m	5:35pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 6:23 PM MST.

Get from Phoenix to San Jose

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

16h 35mAverage Duration

616 milesDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Phoenix and San Jose?

Stops in Phoenix

A
N 27th Ave
1614 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85009, USA
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B
Phoenix Greyhound Station
2115 E Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85034, USA
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C
Glendale Ave
2647 W Glendale Ave, Ste 17, Phoenix, Az, Glendale, AZ 85051
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D
44th St Stn
44th Street Transit Center 42009 E Washigton Street, 85034
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E
Desert Ridge
Mellow Mushroom, 5293-5343 E Deer Valley Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85054, 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
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D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
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E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
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F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
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Compare bus companies

Tufesa

3.5/5706 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi3

Since 1994, Tufesa has been offering comfortable, safe, and affordable bus travel in the United States (California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Texas) and Mexico (Baja California Sur, Sonora, Sinaloa and Guadalajara). Tufesa buses are equipped with comfortable reclining seats, power outlets, bathrooms, and WiFi (only in Mexico). Tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to 1 hour before travel time for a small fee. The company accepts e-tickets, so you don't have to worry about printing your boarding pass. With over 3 daily trips, you'll surely find a convenient trip that fits your needs and your schedule.

FlixBus

3.5/512,013 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,496 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

Greyhound Phoenix San Jose recent customer reviews

it was good

Parminder S.

March 22, 2019

Very bad and unconfotable

Lucia P.

November 8, 2018

Amtrak

4/55,727 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix to San Jose?
The cheapest bus tickets from Phoenix to San Jose start from $81. The average price for this route is around $169. 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 Phoenix to San Jose?
The average bus trip duration from Phoenix to San Jose is 16h 35m, covering a distance of 616 miles (994 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 30m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Phoenix to San Jose route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa, FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Phoenix to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from Phoenix to San Jose at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Phoenix to San Jose?
A bus trip from Phoenix to San Jose generates an estimated 25 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 Phoenix 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/10

$142

01/11

$142

Today

$142

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$131

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$142

The cheapest trip from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $131

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

You can expect to pay from $131 to $449 for a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $131 which is on 2026-01-13.