Bus Tickets from San Jose, US to Lincoln, NE, US

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Bus
Average PriceUS$383 - US$383Average Duration1d 20h
55kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$393 - US$393Average Duration1d 18h
200kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to Lincoln

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lincoln. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$383, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 20hAverage Duration
US$383Cheapest ticket
55kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose, US to Lincoln, NE, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$383
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 20h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure4:30am
Distance2201 km

San Jose to Lincoln Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from San Jose to Lincoln.

Bus service from San Jose to Lincoln will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Jose to Lincoln, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Lincoln, NE, US

  1. How far is San Jose from Lincoln?

    It's about 2208 km (1369 miles) from San Jose to Lincoln.

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Diridon Station, in San Jose, and end it at Lincoln Bus Depot, in Lincoln.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Lincoln, NE, US was searched and found on Oct 1, 2025 with a price of US$232

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

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Bus Travel Tips

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

You can also go to Lincoln, NE, US by train

Train from San Jose, US to Lincoln, NE, US

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