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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Irvine start from $96. The average price for this route is around $96. 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 Irvine?

The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Irvine is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 345 miles (556 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 26m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Irvine route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Irvine at 2:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:20pm.

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

A bus trip from San Jose to Irvine generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus San Jose to Irvine from $89 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Irvine on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:20pm	Diridon Station	12h 30m	3:50am	Irvine Station	Cheapest
11:45pm	Diridon Station	11h 26m	11:11am	Irvine Station	Fastest
6:20am	Diridon Station	11h 51m	6:11pm	Irvine Station	No tags
6:20am	Diridon Station	11h 51m	6:11pm	Irvine Station	No tags
9:20am	Diridon Station	11h 51m	9:11pm	Irvine Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 10:38 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Irvine

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 12 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

12h 30mAverage Duration

345 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$96 - $100	Average Duration12h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$100 - $428	Average Duration12h 45m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

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Amtrak

4/55,619 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5619 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $96

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, US to Irvine, 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 San Jose to Irvine?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Irvine start from $96. The average price for this route is around $96. 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 Irvine?
The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Irvine is 12h 30m, covering a distance of 345 miles (556 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Irvine route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Irvine?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Irvine at 2:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Irvine?
A bus trip from San Jose to Irvine generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

Best price found

11/29

$108

11/30

$108

Today

$94

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12/04

$91

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The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Irvine, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $91

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 Irvine, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $91 to $137 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Irvine, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $91 which is on 2025-12-04.