How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Salt Lake City?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Salt Lake City start from $114. The average price for this route is around $139. 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 Salt Lake City?

The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Salt Lake City is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 585 miles (943 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 25m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Salt Lake City route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Salt Lake City?

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Salt Lake City at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Salt Lake City?

A bus trip from San Jose to Salt Lake City generates an estimated 24 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 Salt Lake City?

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 Salt Lake City?

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 Salt Lake City?

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 Salt Lake City?

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 Salt Lake City from $111 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Jose to Salt Lake City on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:55am	Diridon Station	1d 5h	7:05am	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Diridon Station	1d 6h	7:05am	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	12:55am	Diridon Station	1d 5h	7:05am	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Diridon Station	1d 6h	7:05am	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags
	Bus	12:55am	Diridon Station	1d 5h	7:05am	Salt Lake City Transit Center	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Salt Lake City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Salt Lake City. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

585 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$114 - $284	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$127 - $807	Average Duration19h 37m	CO₂ emissions 86kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Salt Lake City?

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 Salt Lake City

A
Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,617 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,483 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Salt Lake City start from $114. The average price for this route is around $139. 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 Salt Lake City?
The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Salt Lake City is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 585 miles (943 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 21h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Salt Lake City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Salt Lake City?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Salt Lake City at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Salt Lake City?
A bus trip from San Jose to Salt Lake City generates an estimated 24 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 Salt Lake City?
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 Salt Lake City?
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 Salt Lake City?
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 Salt Lake City?
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

11/28

$133

11/29

$228

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12/01

$133

12/02

$111

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$111

12/04

$111

12/05

$111

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Salt Lake City was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $111

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 Salt Lake City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $111 to $542 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Salt Lake City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $111 which is on 2025-12-02.