Bus from Reno to San Jose, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Reno to San Jose on December 7
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Reno Station
Diridon StationCheapest
Amtrak
Reno Station
Diridon StationFastest
Amtrak
Reno Station
Diridon StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:01 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Reno 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 11 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
11h 40mAverage Duration
305 kmDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$38 - $207Average Duration11h 40m
8kg CO₂e
Average Price$123 - $535Average Duration1d 7h
28kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reno 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 Reno to San Jose?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Reno to San Jose start from $38. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Reno to San Jose?

    The average bus travel time from Reno to San Jose is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 305 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Reno to San Jose at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30am.

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

    A bus trip from Reno to San Jose generates an estimated 8 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 Reno 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 Reno 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 Reno to San Jose?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Reno 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
12-04
$121
12-05
$121
Today
$121
12-07
$121
12-08
$124
12-09
$121
12-10
$121
12-11
$121
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Reno to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $121

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 $121 to $124 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 $121 which is on 2025-12-07.

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