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

The bus ticket price from Reno to San Jose starts at R 441. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Reno 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 Reno to San Jose?

The average travel time between Reno and San Jose is around 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 304 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Reno to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Reno to San Jose by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Reno to San Jose?

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

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

Buses travelling between Reno and San Jose leave from Reno Station or Reno Tahoe Airport and arrive at Diridon Station, Santiago Express San Jose, 1118 E William St.

Bus Reno to San Jose from R 1 489 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Reno to San Jose on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		06:45	Reno Station	7h 16m	14:01	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
		14:10	Reno Station	7h 56m	22:06	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Reno to San Jose on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		14:10	Reno Station	9h 30m	23:40	Diridon Station	Cheapest
		07:45	Reno Station	7h 20m	15:05	Diridon Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:31 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Reno 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 12 hours and with fares starting at just R 441, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12hAverage duration

308 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 441 - R 1 509	Average duration12h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 508 - R 2 903	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 585 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 372 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87372 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 509

Greyhound Reno San Jose recent customer reviews

Was a long day I joy the trip nice day

Eddie C.

19 February 2020

Good

Basanth V.

25 July 2016

FlixBus

3.5/511 316 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 Reno and San Jose?

Stops in Reno

A - Reno Station

B - Reno Tahoe Airport

C - Reno Greyhound Bus Station

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 Reno to San Jose, US by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Reno to San Jose cost?
The bus ticket price from Reno to San Jose starts at R 441. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Reno 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 Reno to San Jose?
The average travel time between Reno and San Jose is around 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 11h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 304 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Reno and San Jose?
The number of buses from Reno to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Reno to San Jose by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Reno to San Jose?
When taking the bus from Reno to San Jose, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reno to San Jose?
Buses travelling between Reno and San Jose leave from Reno Station or Reno Tahoe Airport and arrive at Diridon Station, Santiago Express San Jose, 1118 E William St.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

R 1 489

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R 1 489

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R 1 489

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16/11

R 1 524

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R 1 489

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R 1 489

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R 1 489

The cheapest trip from Reno to San Jose, US was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 489

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 489 to R 1 524 for a bus ticket from Reno to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 489, which is on 2025-11-17.