How much is the bus ticket from Sacramento to San Jose?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to San Jose start from $27. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Sacramento to San Jose?

The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to San Jose is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 91 miles (146 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Sacramento to San Jose route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to San Jose?

The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to San Jose at 9:40am. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to San Jose?

A bus trip from Sacramento to San Jose generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Sacramento to San Jose?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to San Jose?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Sacramento to San Jose?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Sacramento to San Jose?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Sacramento to San Jose from $25 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Sacramento to San Jose on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:40pm	Greyhound Sacramento Station	5h 20m	11:00pm	Diridon Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00pm	Old Sacramento	5h	11:00pm	Diridon Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	8:45am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	4h 35m	1:20pm	Diridon Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	8:45am	Greyhound Sacramento Station	3h 55m	12:40pm	Diridon Station	No tags
	Bus	5:45am	Old Sacramento	7h 55m	1:40pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Sacramento to San Jose

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

3h 10mAverage Duration

90 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $79	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$33 - $62	Average Duration3h 10m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sacramento and San Jose?

Stops in Sacramento

A
Greyhound Sacramento Station
420 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
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B
Old Sacramento
961 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
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C
Fruitridge Rd
3330 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA
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Stops in San Jose

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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B
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,410 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Sacramento San Jose recent customer reviews

First of all, bus got delayed for about 2hrs, however I had booked a ticket from Sacramento to San Jose but they stopped at San Francisco and told me to take another ticket to San Jose and there again I had to wait for 2hr to get the bus to San Jose. So sick!

Sampreeth N.

January 22, 2019

Terrible conditions of the buses

Juan Pedro C.

February 5, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,488 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sacramento, US to San Jose, US 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 Sacramento to San Jose?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sacramento to San Jose start from $27. The average price for this route is around $32. 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 Sacramento to San Jose?
The average bus trip duration from Sacramento to San Jose is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 91 miles (146 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Sacramento to San Jose route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sacramento to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from Sacramento to San Jose at 9:40am. And the latest bus departs at 3:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sacramento to San Jose?
A bus trip from Sacramento to San Jose generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sacramento to San Jose?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sacramento to San Jose?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Sacramento to San Jose?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Sacramento to San Jose?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.