Cheap coach tickets from Paso Robles to San Jose
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Coach from Paso Robles to San Jose: Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Paso Robles to San Jose. Travelling by coach from Paso Robles to San Jose usually takes around 3 hours and 30 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 20 minutes.
- Distance
- 136 mi (219 km)
- Shortest duration
- 3h 20m
- Cheapest price
- £63.63
- Trips per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Thruway
- Coach lines
- 1
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Paso Robles to San Jose Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Paso Robles to San Jose?
There are usually 2 daily train trips from Paso Robles to San Jose.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£63.63 | Avg. Price£48.96Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips2 |
Duration | Duration3h 30mFaster | Duration5h 35m |

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There are several coach options that can take you from Paso Robles to San Jose:
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What coach companies travel from Paso Robles to San Jose?
There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Paso Robles to San Jose. Amtrak Thruway is the only company that has coach timetables available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 3h 30m | £63.63 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger coaches operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railways. On the coach, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard toilet facilities. Amtrak Thruway coach tickets from Paso Robles to San Jose start at £63.63. On average, there is 1 Amtrak Thruway coach trip on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Paso Robles to San Jose
There is usually only one coach per day from Paso Robles to San Jose. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct coach, meaning that you do not have to get on a different coach at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Paso Robles to San Jose; ticket prices start at £34.
Trips per day
1
Direct trips
1
The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 30 minutes to cover the 136 miles from Paso Robles to San Jose. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 20 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a film. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
136
Distance (km)
219
There is usually only one coach per day from Paso Robles to San Jose. It leaves the station in Paso Robles at 17:05 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
Earliest coach
1:10am
Latest coach
5:05pm
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travellers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in San Jose. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.
Most crowded
Saturday
Least crowded
Wednesday
City Information
San Jose



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 centre.
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 coach 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 coach leave from in Paso Robles?
Main departure station: Intermodal Station - 800 Pine St
Most coaches depart from the main station in Paso Robles.
All coach stations in Paso Robles:
- Intermodal Station - 800 Pine St
Where does the coach arrive in San Jose?
Main arrival station: Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St

Diridon Station opened in 1935 with architecture inspired by the Italian Renaissance, and today is a vital part of Silicon Valley’s transport system. Diridon Station connects Amtrak train service to local commuter service like the Caltrain and VTA Light Rail. The station is also a major hub for coach transit on Amtrak Thruway and Greyhound coaches. With paid parking onsite, bicycle racks, and accessible entrances, travellers can easily reach the station from nearby downtown San Jose. As a bonus, food trucks frequently set up outside the station to provide delicious cheap eats for passengers.
Coach stations in San Jose:
- Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St
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