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

The cheapest bus tickets from Reno to San Jose start from $27. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Reno to San Jose?

The average bus trip duration from Reno to San Jose is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 190 miles (305 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 16m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Reno to San Jose route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Reno to San Jose at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30am.

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

A bus trip from Reno to San Jose generates an estimated 8 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 Reno 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 Reno 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 Reno 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 Reno 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 Reno to San Jose from $85 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Reno to San Jose on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:45am	Reno Station	7h 16m	2:01pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
		2:10pm	Reno Station	7h 56m	10:06pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Reno to San Jose on November 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:45am	Reno Station	7h 16m	2:01pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
11:30am	Reno	11h 40m	11:10pm	Diridon Station	No tags
2:10pm	Reno Station	7h 56m	10:06pm	Diridon Station	No tags
11:00am	Sparks (Greyhound Station)	12h 10m	11:10pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Reno to San Jose on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:10pm	Reno Station	9h 30m	11:40pm	Diridon Station	Cheapest
		7:45am	Reno Station	7h 20m	3:05pm	Diridon Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:09 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Reno 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 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

11h 40mAverage Duration

190 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $146	Average Duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$87 - $377	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Reno and San Jose?

Stops in Reno

A
Reno Station
101169 E Commercial Row, Reno, NV 89501, USA
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B
Reno Tahoe Airport
Howard W. Cannon Terminal, 2001 E Plumb Ln, Reno, NV 89502, USA
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C
Reno Greyhound Bus Station
155 Stevenson St, Reno, NV 89503

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

3.5/587,407 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 Reno San Jose recent customer reviews

Was a long day I joy the trip nice day

Eddie C.

February 19, 2020

Good

Basanth V.

July 25, 2016

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,471 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, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Reno 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 Reno to San Jose?
The cheapest bus tickets from Reno to San Jose start from $27. The average price for this route is around $33. 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 Reno to San Jose?
The average bus trip duration from Reno to San Jose is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 190 miles (305 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Reno to San Jose route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Reno to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from Reno to San Jose at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Reno to San Jose?
A bus trip from Reno to San Jose generates an estimated 8 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 Reno 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 Reno 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 Reno 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 Reno 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

11/26

$85

11/27

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Today

$87

11/29

$87

11/30

$87

12/01

$85

12/02

$85

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The cheapest trip from Reno to San Jose, US was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $85

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

You can expect to pay from $85 to $139 for a bus ticket from Reno to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2025-12-01.

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.