Lowest Prices
We partner with the top coach & train carriers to bring you the best deals.
Best Travel Options
We help you find & compare the best buses & trains in one place.
Quick & Easy Booking
Book trips quickly with a simple, hassle-free checkout – online & on our app.
Fast Customer Support
We don’t monkey around. We respond within minutes to help you out.
Journey Information
There are 17 intercity coaches per day from San Diego to San Jose. Traveling by coach from San Diego to San Jose usually takes around 11 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 9 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 416 mi (670 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 20m |
| Cheapest price | £32.57 |
| Trips per day | 6 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from San Diego to San Jose
- FlixBus US: 11 daily coaches from £34
- Greyhound: 6 daily coaches from £31
- Tufesa Internacional: 2 daily coaches from £68
How much is a coach ticket from San Diego to San Jose?
£52.69 is the average price of a bus ticket from San Diego to San Jose. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from San Diego to San Jose is expected to range from £50 to £68. If you are looking to travel to San Jose within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from £51. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are £50 and can be found on 16 May 2024.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in June. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just £59 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from San Diego to San Jose in November, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to £80 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 16 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save £71.21 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from San Diego to San Jose?
There are 3 bus lines from San Diego to San Jose available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 11 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 11 | 12h 12m | £82.75 |
| Greyhound | 6 | 12h 20m | £61.42 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 2 | 10h 35m | £68.39 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 11 trips per day from San Diego to San Jose, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 6 bus trips from San Diego to San Jose every day, with the average journey taking around 12 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to San Jose usually start from £31.
Tufesa Internacional is the international brand of one of the largest ground transportation providers in Mexico, Tufesa. The carrier offers daily bus trips to and from several cities in the Southwestern United States, including cross-border trips between the U.S. and Mexico. On average, Tufesa Internacional runs 2 from San Diego to San Jose, with prices starting from £68. The carrier’s fleet features modern coaches equipped with state-of-the-art technology and amenities, such as onboard restrooms, reclining seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and a digital entertainment system.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 11 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 416 miles from San Diego to San Jose. However, the fastest coach only takes 9 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 20:00. To see the times for all coaches from San Diego to San Jose, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 17 scheduled coaches that travel from San Diego to San Jose every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 6 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Diego to San Jose; ticket prices start at £54.71.
City Information
San Diego
San Diego is known as "America's Finest City" for its sunny weather, white-sand beaches, and dazzling attractions from Belmont Park to SeaWorld. San Diego's 70 miles of pristine beaches include such gems as Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, La Jolla Cove, and Coronado Beach. The city's strong surfing culture may even inspire you to rent a surfboard and catch the epic waves, bro.
Visitors can spend days getting lost in Balboa Park, a 1,200-acre cultural hub which features 16 museums, immaculate gardens, and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. The historic heart of the city, Old Town, showcases San Diego's heritage and ties to Mexican culture, while other sights like the USS Midway pay tribute to the city's military and maritime history. Leave time for some evening exploring, too! San Diego is rated the #1 best city for craft beer in America, so don't miss out on the bars in the Gaslamp Quarter: 16 walkable blocks packed with nightlife and young crowds.
Two airports, as well as many bus and train options, mean it is easy to get to San Diego from afar or from nearby cities like Tijuana, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Las Vegas.
San Jose
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
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 coach leave from in San Diego?
Main departure station: San Ysidro Transit Center
Coaches to San Jose leave from 8 stations in San Diego.
All coach stations in San Diego:
San Ysidro Transit Center
San Diego Greyhound Bus Stop
2728 Congress St (Old Town SD)
San Ysidro CA
La Jolla - UC San Diego
789 W Harbor Dr - Seaport Village
Balboa Park - Presidents Way
SDSU - 5716 Hardy Ave
Where does the coach arrive in San Jose?
Main arrival station: Downtown San Jose - 129 W San Carlos St
Coaches arrive in San Jose at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in San Jose:
Downtown San Jose - 129 W San Carlos St
Diridon Station
440 S King Rd
1160 SANTA CLARA STREET
Get around town with Moovit
Need a return trip from San Jose to San Diego?
Search Coach TicketsPlan your next adventure
More coaches from San Diego
Continue by coach from San Jose
Check out these popular routes
Wanderu is the simplest way to book coach and train travel.
With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare coach and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap coach and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading coach and train companies, we always have the best coach and train deals out there.
Book coaches and trains on the go with the Wanderu app.
Download our app and snag the best travel deals across North America & Europe.Learn more