How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to El Paso?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to El Paso start from $85. The average price for this route is around $161. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

Which bus companies service the San Jose to El Paso 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 San Jose to El Paso?

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to El Paso at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 3:05pm.

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

A bus trip from San Jose to El Paso generates an estimated 38 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 El Paso?

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 5767 reviews.

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

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 El Paso?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to El Paso?

According to Busbud traveler 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 El Paso from $101 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Jose to El Paso on March 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:35am	Diridon Station	1d 2h	11:50am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	3:05pm	Diridon Station	1d	4:25pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55am	Diridon Station	1d 1h	3:15am	Greyhound Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 6:11 AM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

955 milesDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$85 - $330	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$253 - $323	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 140kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and El Paso?

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 El Paso

A
Greyhound Station
200 W San Antonio Ave, El Paso, TX 79901
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B
Tornado Bus Station
400 W Paisano Dr, El Paso, TX 79901, USA
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Compare companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,529 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.

Amtrak

4/55,775 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,354 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

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, Greyhound, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, US to El Paso, 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 San Jose to El Paso?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to El Paso start from $85. The average price for this route is around $161. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to El Paso 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 San Jose to El Paso?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to El Paso at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 3:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to El Paso?
A bus trip from San Jose to El Paso generates an estimated 38 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 El Paso?
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 5767 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to El Paso?
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 El Paso?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose to El Paso?
According to Busbud traveler 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

03/22

$258

03/23

$252

Today

$175

03/25

No data

03/26

$155

03/27

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The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to El Paso, US was searched and found on Mar 26, 2026 with a price of $155

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 El Paso, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $155 to $261 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $155 which is on 2026-03-26.