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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Truckee start from $40. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Truckee?

The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Truckee is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 167 miles (268 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Truckee route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Truckee at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35am.

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

A bus trip from San Jose to Truckee generates an estimated 7 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 Truckee?

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 5597 reviews.

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

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 Truckee?

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 Truckee?

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 Truckee from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Jose to Truckee on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	2:25pm	Diridon Station	7h 40m	10:05pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	2:25pm	Diridon Station	7h 40m	10:05pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags
	Bus	5:35am	Diridon Station	6h 40m	12:15pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags
	Bus	5:35am	Diridon Station	6h 40m	12:15pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	2:25pm	Diridon Station	7h 40m	10:05pm	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Truckee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Truckee. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 40mAverage Duration

167 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $127	Average Duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$54 - $488	Average Duration7h 43m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,617 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,482 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 San Jose, US to Truckee 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 Truckee?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Truckee start from $40. The average price for this route is around $57. 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 Truckee?
The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Truckee is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 167 miles (268 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Truckee route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Truckee?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Truckee at 5:35am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Truckee?
A bus trip from San Jose to Truckee generates an estimated 7 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 Truckee?
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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Jose to Truckee?
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 Truckee?
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 Truckee?
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

11/28

$96

11/29

$57

Today

$134

12/01

$50

12/02

$50

12/03

$39

12/04

$44

12/05

$45

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Truckee was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $39

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 Truckee, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $39 to $460 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Truckee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.