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Bus Washington to San Jose: Trip Overview

Bus Washington to San Jose: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$214
Average bus trip duration3d 9h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure7:00 AM
Distance2413 miles (3891 km)
Latest bus departure10:40 PM

Washington to San Jose Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures6
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures7:00AM - 10:40PM
Minimum Price$131
Average Ticket Price$214
Minimum Trip Duration2d23h
Average Bus Trip Duration3d9h
Distance2413 miles (3891 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Washington - San Jose

You can take a bus or a train to go from Washington to San Jose. Both are practical and sustainable ways to travel to San Jose. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

Traveling from Washington to San Jose takes around 3d 9h on average, although the fastest bus will take 2d 23h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 2414 miles (3893 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Washington and San Jose is 2414 miles (3893 km).

About 6 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses from Washington to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Washington to San Jose as smooth as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates between 7:00 AM and 10:40 PM.

Most of the buses traveling from Washington to San Jose leave from Union Station and arrive at Diridon Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $131.

You can expect to pay around $214 for a bus ticket. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $131 to $288, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Once in San Jose, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Happy Hollow Park and Zoo, Japanese Friendship Garden, Mexican Heritage Plaza, Almaden Quicksilver County Park and San Jose Betsuin Buddhist Church.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Washington to San Jose. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Washington to San Jose.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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 Washington to San Jose.

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 Washington to San Jose 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 Washington to San Jose.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time3d 9hAvg Price$214Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time3d 6hAvg Price$486Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between Washington and San Jose is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $214 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $131. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Jose, choose the bus, as it will take you from Washington to San Jose in about 3d 6h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Washington by bus?

Bus from San Jose to Washington

You can also go to San Jose by train

Train from Washington to San Jose

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