How much does a bus ticket from Palm Springs to San Jose cost?

The bus ticket price from Palm Springs to San Jose starts at R 1 376. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Palm Springs to San Jose is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Palm Springs to San Jose?

The average travel time between Palm Springs and San Jose is around 10h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 622 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Palm Springs and San Jose?

The number of buses from Palm Springs to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Palm Springs to San Jose by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Palm Springs to San Jose?

When taking the bus from Palm Springs to San Jose, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Palm Springs to San Jose?

Buses travelling between Palm Springs and San Jose leave from Palm Springs Airport or Garnet Ave and arrive at Diridon Station, Santiago Express San Jose, 1118 E William St.

Bus Palm Springs to San Jose from R 1 906 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Palm Springs to San Jose on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:00	Palm Springs Airport (PSP)	14h 30m	04:30	Diridon Station	Cheapest
14:10	Indian Canyon Dr	14h 20m	04:30	Diridon Station	Fastest
14:00	Palm Springs Airport (PSP)	14h 30m	04:30	Diridon Station	No tags
14:10	Indian Canyon Dr	14h 20m	04:30	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Palm Springs to San Jose on 17 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:00	Palm Springs Airport (PSP)	14h 30m	04:30	Diridon Station	Cheapest
14:10	Indian Canyon Dr	14h 20m	04:30	Diridon Station	Fastest
14:00	Palm Springs Airport (PSP)	14h 30m	04:30	Diridon Station	No tags
14:10	Indian Canyon Dr	14h 20m	04:30	Diridon Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Palm Springs 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 10 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 376, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

10h 45mAverage duration

622 kmDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 376 - R 3 080	Average duration10h 45m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 849 - R 3 514	Average duration17h 44m	CO₂ emissions 56kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 302 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Where are the popular stops in Palm Springs and San Jose?

Stops in Palm Springs

A - Palm Springs Airport

B - Garnet Ave

Stops in San Jose

A - Diridon Station

B - Santiago Express San Jose

C - 1118 E William St

D - San Jose Bus Stop

E - Tamien Station

F - Diridon Station

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Palm Springs to San Jose, US by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Palm Springs to San Jose cost?
The bus ticket price from Palm Springs to San Jose starts at R 1 376. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Palm Springs to San Jose is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Palm Springs to San Jose?
The average travel time between Palm Springs and San Jose is around 10h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 9h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 622 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Palm Springs and San Jose?
The number of buses from Palm Springs to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Palm Springs to San Jose by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Palm Springs to San Jose?
When taking the bus from Palm Springs to San Jose, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Palm Springs to San Jose?
Buses travelling between Palm Springs and San Jose leave from Palm Springs Airport or Garnet Ave and arrive at Diridon Station, Santiago Express San Jose, 1118 E William St.

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The cheapest trip from Palm Springs to San Jose, US was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 906

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 906 to R 2 203 for a bus ticket from Palm Springs to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 906, which is on 2025-11-14.