How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to San Jose?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to San Jose start from $70. The average price for this route is around $118. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from San Diego to San Jose?

The average bus travel time from San Diego to San Jose is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 670 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego to San Jose route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Amtrak , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to San Jose?

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to San Jose at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to San Jose?

A bus trip from San Diego to San Jose generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Diego 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to San Jose?

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego 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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego 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.

Bus San Diego to San Jose from $66 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:25pm	Old Town San Diego	13h 25m	10:50am	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:25pm	Old Town San Diego	13h 25m	10:50am	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:25pm	Old Town San Diego	13h 25m	10:50am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
		7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:25pm	Old Town San Diego	13h 25m	10:50am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
		7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on December 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:25pm	Old Town San Diego	13h 25m	10:50am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	13h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:15pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	13h 10m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on December 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:25pm	Old Town San Diego	13h 25m	10:50am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	13h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags
	9:25pm	Old Town San Diego	14h 38m	12:03pm	Diridon Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:15pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	13h 10m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on December 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:25pm	Old Town San Diego	13h 25m	10:50am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	13h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags
	9:25pm	Old Town San Diego	14h 38m	12:03pm	Diridon Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:15pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	13h 10m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to San Jose on December 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:15pm	UCSD Health La Jolla Station	13h 10m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	9h 50m	5:25am	Diridon Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	3:55pm	San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)	13h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:55am	Downtown SD (Seaport)	17h 30m	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 8:50 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego 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 13 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

13h 30mAverage Duration

670 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $299	Average Duration13h 30m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$143 - $269	Average Duration13h 45m	CO₂ emissions 61kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and San Jose?

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

Stops in San Jose

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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B
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
Visit page
C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,478 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87409 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $85

Greyhound San Diego San Jose recent customer reviews

My bus from Los Angeles to San Jose got cancelled after 4 hours of waiting from 11:30pm-3:30am

Devon J.

October 3, 2019

Irresponsible drivers

Alfonso V.

February 27, 2021

Very bad because i missed the bus and i had reached my destination 4 hrs late

Pavan Kumar D.

November 2, 2019

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US 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.

How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to San Jose?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to San Jose start from $70. The average price for this route is around $118. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to San Jose?
The average bus travel time from San Diego to San Jose is 13h 30m, covering a distance of 670 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to San Jose route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to San Jose at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to San Jose?
A bus trip from San Diego to San Jose generates an estimated 17 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to San Jose?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego 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

11-28

$277

11-29

$296

Today

$152

12-01

$134

12-02

$134

12-03

$134

12-04

$134

12-05

$134

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $134

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

You can expect to pay from $134 to $296 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $134 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.