Bus Tickets from Reno to San Jose, US

Next departures

Next departures for Reno to San Jose on October 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Reno
Diridon StationCheapest
Amtrak
Reno Station
Diridon StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Sparks (Greyhound Station)
Diridon StationNo tags
Amtrak
Reno Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Amtrak
Reno Station
Diridon StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Reno to San Jose

Bus
Average PriceUS$26 - US$100Average Duration12h
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$83 - US$255Average Duration12h 42m
28kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Reno to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 12 hours, and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
12hAverage Duration
US$26Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Reno to San Jose, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$38
Average Bus Trip Duration12h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure11:00am
Distance305 km
Latest bus departure11:30am

Reno to San Jose Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Reno - San Jose, US

  1. How far is Reno from San Jose?

    Reno and San Jose are 304 km (189 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Reno to San Jose?

    Buses departing from Reno Station in Reno will take you to Diridon Station in San Jose.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09-28
US$87
09-29
US$85
Today
US$85
10-01
US$85
10-02
US$85
10-03
US$85
10-04
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10-05
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reno to San Jose, US was searched and found on Sep 29, 2025 with a price of US$85

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

You can expect to pay from US$85 to US$87 for a bus ticket from Reno to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$85 which is on 2025-10-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Reno and San Jose!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Reno to San Jose, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Reno to San Jose.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Reno to San Jose, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Reno to San Jose, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Reno by bus?

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You can also go to San Jose, US by train

Train from Reno to San Jose, US

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