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01/15/2026
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San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA by bus

The journey from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA by bus is 417.38 mi and takes 13 hr 22 min. There are 23 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:01 AM and the last at 9:25 PM. It is possible to travel from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA by bus for as little as $83.75 or as much as $120.56. The best price for this journey is $83.75.

Lowest Price $83.75
Journey Duration 13 hr 22 min
Connection per Day 23
Lowest Price $83.75
Highest Price $120.56
First Departure 6:01 AM
Last Departure 9:25 PM
Distance 417.38 mi
Departure San Diego, CA
Arrival San Jose, CA
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

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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, Greyhound and Amtrak from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA
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San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
47.02kg
Bus
50.38kg
Flight
134.34kg
Car
107.47kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA?
A bus ticket from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA is $103.62. 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 $83.75.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA is $83.75. 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 San Diego, CA and San Jose, CA by bus?
San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA is 417.38 mi.
How long does the bus between San Diego, CA and San Jose, CA take?
San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA is on average 13 hr 22 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 9 hr 50 min.
Which companies operate from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA?
The bus journey from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak.
How many bus connections per day go from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA?
San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA has 23 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA leave?
The earliest bus from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA departs at 6:01 AM. 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 San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA depart?
The latest bus from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA departs at 9:25 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 San Diego, 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 $83.75 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.
How many direct connections depart from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from San Diego, CA to go to San Jose, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between San Diego, CA and San Jose, CA is 9 hr 50 min.
Is there a direct bus from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between San Diego, CA and San Jose, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA by bus?
The bus journey from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA creates 50.38kg of CO2 emissions.

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