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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Ysidro to San Jose start from $54. The average price for this route is around $94. 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 Ysidro to San Jose?

The average bus trip duration from San Ysidro to San Jose is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 430 miles (693 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Ysidro to San Jose route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Ysidro to San Jose at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.

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

A bus trip from San Ysidro to San Jose generates an estimated 17 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 Ysidro to San Jose?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tufesa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Ysidro to San Jose?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Greyhound , with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tufesa , with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Ysidro to San Jose from $59 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Ysidro to San Jose on November 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:45am	Mc. Donald´s (San Ysidro Border Crossing)	10h 25m	9:10pm	Santiago Express San Jose	No tags
Bus	10:45am	Mc. Donald´s (San Ysidro Border Crossing)	10h 45m	9:30pm	San Jose, Ca. Fronteras	No tags
Bus	10:45am	Mc. Donald´s (San Ysidro Border Crossing)	10h 45m	9:30pm	San Jose, Ca. Fronteras	No tags
Bus	10:45am	Mc. Donald´s (San Ysidro Border Crossing)	10h 25m	9:10pm	Santiago Express San Jose	No tags
Bus	10:45am	Mc. Donald´s (San Ysidro Border Crossing)	10h 45m	9:30pm	San Jose, Ca. Fronteras	No tags

Get from San Ysidro to San Jose

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

10h 25mAverage Duration

430 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in San Ysidro and San Jose?

Stops in San Ysidro

A
San Ysidro Greyhound Bus Station
731 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Ysidro, CA 92173
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Stops in San Jose

A
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
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B
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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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

Compare bus companies

Tufesa

3.5/5695 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness4

Wifi3

Since 1994, Tufesa has been offering comfortable, safe, and affordable bus travel in the United States (California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and Texas) and Mexico (Baja California Sur, Sonora, Sinaloa and Guadalajara). Tufesa buses are equipped with comfortable reclining seats, power outlets, bathrooms, and WiFi (only in Mexico). Tickets are non-refundable, but you can exchange them up to 1 hour before travel time for a small fee. The company accepts e-tickets, so you don't have to worry about printing your boarding pass. With over 2 daily trips, you'll surely find a convenient trip that fits your needs and your schedule.

Greyhound

3.5/587,402 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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Ysidro, CA to San Jose, 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 Ysidro to San Jose?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Ysidro to San Jose start from $54. The average price for this route is around $94. 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 Ysidro to San Jose?
The average bus trip duration from San Ysidro to San Jose is 10h 25m, covering a distance of 430 miles (693 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Ysidro to San Jose route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Tufesa, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Ysidro to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from San Ysidro to San Jose at 6:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Ysidro to San Jose?
A bus trip from San Ysidro to San Jose generates an estimated 17 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 Ysidro to San Jose?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Ysidro to San Jose?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Tufesa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Ysidro to San Jose?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Greyhound, with a punctuality rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Ysidro to San Jose?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Tufesa, with a cleanliness rating of 4.0 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

11/25

$90

11/26

$90

Today

$90

11/28

$89

11/29

$89

11/30

$89

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The cheapest trip from San Ysidro, CA to San Jose, US was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $89

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

You can expect to pay from $89 to $212 for a bus ticket from San Ysidro, CA to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $89 which is on 2025-11-28.

Usually Greyhound 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.