Find coaches from San Jose, US to San Francisco, US

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Next departures from San Jose to San Francisco on 5 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Diridon Station
409 Townsend St, SFCheapest
FlixBus
Diridon Station
409 Townsend St, SFFastest
FlixBus
Diridon Station
409 Townsend St, SFNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Diridon Station
San Francisco Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Mission St & Fremont StNo tags

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Bus San Jose, US to San Francisco, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$17
Average bus trip duration1h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure05:30
Distance41 miles
Latest bus departure19:10

San Jose to San Francisco 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 San Francisco.

We make sure you can find a bus service from San Jose to San Francisco from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Francisco from San Jose, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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

  1. How far is San Francisco from San Jose by coach?

    The journey from San Jose to San Francisco by coach covers an approximate distance of 42 miles (68 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from San Jose to San Francisco without a car?

    You can reach San Francisco from San Jose by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/09
US$10
01/10
US$10
Today
US$11
03/10
US$11
04/10
US$11
05/10
US$11
06/10
US$10
07/10
US$9
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to San Francisco, US was searched and found on 7 Oct 2025 with a price of US$9

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 San Francisco, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$9 to US$39 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$9, which is on 2025-10-07.

Usually Amtrak 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Jose to San Francisco but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Jose to San Francisco, 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 San Jose to San Francisco.

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Did you know?

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

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 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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