Bus from Glendale, CA to San Jose, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Glendale to San Jose on December 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Glendale Station
Diridon StationCheapest
Amtrak
Glendale Station
Diridon StationFastest
Amtrak
Glendale Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Glendale Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Amtrak
Glendale Station
Diridon StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Glendale to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just $196, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
10hAverage Duration
485 kmDistance
12kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$196 - $229Average Duration10h
12kg CO₂e
Average Price$179 - $800Average Duration10h 20m
44kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Glendale, 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Glendale to San Jose?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Glendale to San Jose start from $196. The average price for this route is around $211. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Glendale to San Jose?

    The average bus travel time from Glendale to San Jose is 10h, covering a distance of 485 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 9h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the Glendale to San Jose route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Glendale to San Jose?

    The earliest bus departs from Glendale to San Jose at 7:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Glendale to San Jose?

    A bus trip from Glendale to San Jose generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Glendale to San Jose?

    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 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Glendale to San Jose?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Glendale to San Jose?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Glendale to San Jose?

    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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Glendale, CA to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $106

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

You can expect to pay from $106 to $181 for a bus ticket from Glendale, CA to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $106 which is on 2025-12-09.

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