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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Denver start from $128. The average price for this route is around $196. 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 San Jose to Denver?

The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Denver is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 926 miles (1493 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Denver route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Denver at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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

A bus trip from San Jose to Denver generates an estimated 37 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 San Jose to Denver?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

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 San Jose to Denver?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Jose to Denver from $153 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Denver on December 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:25am	Diridon Station	1d 7h	5:40pm	DENVER	CheapestFastest
	4:30am	Diridon Station	1d 12h	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags
	4:30am	Diridon Station	1d 12h	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Denver on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:55am	Diridon Station	1d 15h	5:40pm	DENVER	CheapestFastest
		4:30am	Diridon Station	1d 15h	9:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Denver on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:55am	Diridon Station	1d 15h	5:40pm	DENVER	Cheapest
4:30am	Diridon Station	1d 12h	6:27pm	Union Station	Fastest
4:30am	Diridon Station	1d 12h	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Denver on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:30am	Diridon Station	1d 12h	6:27pm	Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:25am	Diridon Station	1d 7h	5:40pm	DENVER	Fastest
	4:30am	Diridon Station	1d 12h	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 9:57 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Denver

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

926 milesDistance

136kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$128 - $395	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$147 - $343	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 136kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Denver?

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

Stops in Denver

A
Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
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B
Bus Station
1055 19th St, Denver, CO 80202

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,422 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.

Amtrak

4/55,633 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,559 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, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, US to Denver 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 San Jose to Denver?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Denver start from $128. The average price for this route is around $196. 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 San Jose to Denver?
The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Denver is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 926 miles (1493 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Denver route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Denver?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Denver at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Denver?
A bus trip from San Jose to Denver generates an estimated 37 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 San Jose to Denver?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to Denver?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Jose to Denver?
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 San Jose to Denver?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/07

$194

12/08

$153

Today

$187

12/10

$187

12/11

$187

12/12

$243

12/13

$208

12/14

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The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Denver was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $153

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 Denver, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $153 to $708 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Denver based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $187 which is on 2025-12-10.

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.