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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Denver start from $114. The average price for this route is around $164. 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 Denver?

The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Denver is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 926 miles (1493 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Denver 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 Denver?

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Denver at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from San Jose to Denver generates an estimated 37 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 Denver?

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 Denver?

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 Denver?

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 Denver?

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 Denver from $130 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Jose to Denver on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:10am	Diridon Station	1d 7h	5:35pm	DENVER	No tags
	Bus	8:05am	Diridon Station	1d 8h	5:35pm	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	11:10pm	Diridon Station	1d 17h	5:35pm	DENVER	No tags
	Bus	8:05am	Diridon Station	1d 8h	5:35pm	DENVER	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:10am	Diridon Station	1d 7h	5:35pm	DENVER	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Denver

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $170, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

926 milesDistance

136kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$114 - $295	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$170 - $343	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 136kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Denver?

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

Stops in Denver

A
Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
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B
Bus Station
1055 19th St, Denver, CO 80202

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 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

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 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 San Jose, US to Denver 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 Denver?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Denver start from $114. The average price for this route is around $164. 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 Denver?
The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Denver is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 926 miles (1493 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Denver 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 Denver?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Denver at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Denver?
A bus trip from San Jose to Denver generates an estimated 37 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 Denver?
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 Denver?
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 Denver?
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 Denver?
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

$171

11/27

$223

Today

$154

11/29

No data

11/30

$220

12/01

$153

12/02

No data

12/03

$187

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Denver was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $153

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 Denver, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $153 to $1,056 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Denver based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $153 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Amtrak 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.