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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Colfax start from $37. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 San Jose to Colfax?

The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Colfax is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Colfax route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Colfax at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35am.

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

A bus trip from San Jose to Colfax generates an estimated 5 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 San Jose to Colfax?

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 San Jose to Colfax?

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 San Jose to Colfax?

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 San Jose to Colfax?

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 San Jose to Colfax from $40 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Colfax on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:30am	Diridon Station	6h 59m	11:29am	Colfax Station	Cheapest
5:35am	Diridon Station	5h 25m	11:00am	Colfax (Standlock Bottle Shop)	Fastest
4:30am	Diridon Station	6h 59m	11:29am	Colfax Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:23 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Colfax

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Colfax. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 25mAverage Duration

133 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $101	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$50 - $519	Average Duration5h 21m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,411 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.

Amtrak

4/55,618 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,490 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 San Jose, US to Colfax, CA 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 San Jose to Colfax?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Colfax start from $37. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 San Jose to Colfax?
The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Colfax is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Colfax route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Colfax?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Colfax at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Colfax?
A bus trip from San Jose to Colfax generates an estimated 5 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 San Jose to Colfax?
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 San Jose to Colfax?
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 San Jose to Colfax?
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 San Jose to Colfax?
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.

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11/29

$57

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$57

12/02

$42

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The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Colfax, CA was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $42

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

You can expect to pay from $42 to $219 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Colfax, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $42 which is on 2025-12-02.