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Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA by bus

The journey from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA by bus is 344.59 mi and takes 11 hr 25 min. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 3:25 PM and the last at 6:50 PM. It is possible to travel from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA by bus for as little as $78.48 or as much as $106.66. The best price for this journey is $78.48.

Lowest Price $78.48
Journey Duration 11 hr 25 min
Connection per Day 3
Lowest Price $78.48
Highest Price $106.66
First Departure 3:25 PM
Last Departure 6:50 PM
Distance 344.59 mi
Departure Riverside, CA
Arrival San Jose, CA
Carriers FlixBus, Amtrak

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA

The cheapest Riverside, CA - San Jose, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $47.56 if you’re lucky, or $72.48 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $98.25.

Find the best day to travel to San Jose, CA by bus

When travelling to San Jose, CA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and Amtrak from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA
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Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
38.82kg
Bus
41.59kg
Flight
110.91kg
Car
88.73kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA?
A bus ticket from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA is $92.54. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $78.48.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA is $78.48. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Riverside, CA and San Jose, CA by bus?
Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA is 344.59 mi.
How long does the bus between Riverside, CA and San Jose, CA take?
Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA is on average 11 hr 25 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 10 hr 35 min.
Which companies operate from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA?
The bus journey from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus and Amtrak.
How many bus connections per day go from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA?
Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA departs at 3:25 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA depart?
The latest bus from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA departs at 6:50 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $78.48 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Riverside, CA and San Jose, CA is 10 hr 35 min.
Is there a direct bus from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Riverside, CA and San Jose, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA creates 41.59kg of CO2 emissions.

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