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San Jose to Los Banos Bus Schedule
Bus from San Jose to Los Banos: Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from San Jose to Los Banos. Traveling by bus from San Jose to Los Banos usually takes around one hour and 40 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa Internacional bus can make the trip in just one hour and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 60 mi (97 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $17.81 |
| Trips per day | 7 |
| Most frequent service | Tufesa Internacional |
| Bus lines | 2 |
How much is a bus ticket from San Jose to Los Banos?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Jose to Los Banos cost $47.95 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price
Monthly avg. prices
What bus companies travel from San Jose to Los Banos?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from San Jose to Los Banos that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Tufesa Internacional usually offers more choice, with 6 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 2 | 1h 51m | $17.81 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 6 | 1h 41m | $63.02 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from San Jose to Los Banos start at $18. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book Tufesa Internacional from San Jose to Los Banos from $63. There are 6 Tufesa Internacional schedules from San Jose to Los Banos and you can expect on average to pay for a Tufesa Internacional ticket to Los Banos. In San Jose, Tufesa Internacional departs to Los Banos from San Jose Fronteras and 1 other station. In Los Banos, Tufesa Internacional arrives at 955 West Pacheco Blvd and no other station.
An average trip on Tufesa Internacional from San Jose to Los Banos takes 1 hours and 41 minutes , while the fastest available Tufesa Internacional trip will get you to Los Banos in 1 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Tufesa Internacional offers 6 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Los Banos.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Jose to Los Banos
The bus takes an average of one hour and 40 minutes to cover the 97 kilometers from San Jose to Los Banos. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 30 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week."
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Jose to Los Banos, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
San Jose
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San Jose is located in the heart of the world-famous Silicon Valley in California’s Bay Area. It is the largest city in Northern California and, as such, it is the area’s cultural, political and financial center.
While you’re in San Jose, make sure to check out the city’s various museums. Since you’re in the world’s foremost technology hub, the Tech Museum of Innovation is a must-visit. And since you’re on the West Coast, you should stop by the San Jose Museum of Art that features the largest permanent collection of works from West Coast artists.
Thanks to its mild California climate, San Jose is one of the best cities in the U.S. for outdoor activities, and due to its largely younger-leaning population, it offers quite the vibrant nightlife. In fact, San Jose is among the biggest party hubs in America.
San Jose is served by various bus carriers and has several Amtrak stops within its vicinity. In addition, the city’s airport is located right near the downtown area, which makes travel to and from San Jose a breeze.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Jose?
Main departure station: San Jose Tufesa
Buses to Los Banos leave from 3 stations in San Jose.
All bus stations in San Jose:
San Jose Tufesa
San Jose Fronteras
Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St
Where does the bus arrive in Los Banos?
Main arrival station: 955 West Pacheco Blvd
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Los Banos.
Bus stations in Los Banos:
955 West Pacheco Blvd
520 West I Street
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