Find coaches from San Jose, US to Stockton, CA

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Stockton

Bus
Average priceUS$32 - US$75Average duration6h 5m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$15 - US$15Average duration2h 12m
8kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Jose to Stockton

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Stockton. The journey takes about 2 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
2h 12mAverage duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose, US to Stockton, CA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$50
Average bus trip duration6h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure05:35
Distance54 miles
Latest bus departure14:15

San Jose to Stockton Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Stockton 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 - Stockton, CA

  1. What's the distance between San Jose and Stockton by coach?

    The distance between San Jose and Stockton by coach is approximately 55 miles (88 km).

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

    You can travel to Stockton from San Jose by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Stockton, CA was searched and found on 9 Aug 2025 with a price of US$25

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 Stockton, CA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$25 to US$25 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Stockton, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25, which is on 2025-08-09.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Jose to Stockton.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Jose to Stockton while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

You can also go to Stockton, CA by train

Train from San Jose, US to Stockton, CA

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