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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Diridon Station | Palm Springs | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Diridon Station | Palm Springs | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Diridon Station | Palm Springs North | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Diridon Station | Palm Springs North | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Diridon Station | Palm Springs | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Palm Springs. The journey takes about 12 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Palm Springs?
Stops in San Jose
- A65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
- B440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
- 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
Stops in Palm Springs
- B360 Garnet Ave, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Palm Springs 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 Jose to Palm Springs?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Palm Springs start from $84. The average price for this route is around $113. 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 Jose to Palm Springs?
The average bus travel time from San Jose to Palm Springs is 12h 45m, covering a distance of 622 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Palm Springs route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Jose to Palm Springs?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Palm Springs at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Palm Springs?
A bus trip from San Jose to Palm Springs generates an estimated 16 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 Jose to Palm Springs?
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 Jose to Palm Springs?
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 Jose to Palm Springs?
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 Jose to Palm Springs?
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.
The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Palm Springs was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $207To 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 Palm Springs, as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Palm Springs?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
