Bus Tickets from San Jose (CA), US to Richmond (CA), US

Find affordable bus tickets from San Jose (CA), US to Richmond (CA), US with flexible options. Book your trip now

Join 75M+ travelers booking 2M+ routes across 85+ countries.
Enjoy our 24/7 customer service to assist you at every step.
Cancel anytime and receive a 100% refund, no reason needed.
ThuJun 12
from $16
FriJun 13
from $16
SatJun 14
SunJun 15
from $16
MonJun 16
from $16
TueJun 17
from $16
WedJun 18
ThuJun 19

Next departures to Richmond

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Richmond Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Richmond Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Richmond Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Richmond Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Richmond
    Destination location: Richmond Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Richmond.

Average Price$16 - $16Average Duration3h 16m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average Price$22 - $22Average Duration1h 27m
7kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Jose to Richmond

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 1 hour 27 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day
1h 27mAverage Duration
$22Cheapest ticket
7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose to Richmond: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$16
Average bus trip duration3h 16m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure4:30am
Distance49 miles (78 km)

San Jose to Richmond Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from San Jose to Richmond.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from San Jose to Richmond.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from San Jose to Richmond, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Jose (CA), US - Richmond (CA), US

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06/08
$14
06/09
$14
Today
$14
06/11
$14
06/12
$14
06/13
$14
06/14
No data
06/15
$14
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose to Richmond was searched and found on Jun 8, 2025 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $138 for a bus ticket from San Jose to Richmond based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-06-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Jose to Richmond but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Jose to Richmond.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Jose to Richmond that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from San Jose to Richmond.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose to Richmond?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to San Jose by bus?

Bus from San Jose to Richmond

You can also go to Richmond by train

Train from San Jose to Richmond

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud helps you easily search, compare and book intercity bus tickets on a worldwide scale with our comprehensive list of bus routes and schedules. With Busbud, wherever you go, you have a worldwide bus station within reach and available in your own language and currency. Busbud prides itself on its worldwide partnerships. We make it possible for you to buy tickets with its large network of trustworthy bus partners like Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.

People from around the world trust Busbud

Popular Buses Connecting San Jose

Buses Leaving from San Jose

Buses Going to San Jose

Popular Buses Connecting Richmond

Buses Leaving from Richmond

Buses Going to Richmond