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San Jose to Gilroy coach

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San Jose - Gilroy Coach Timetable

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Journey Information

There are 6 intercity coaches per day from San Jose to Gilroy. Traveling by coach from San Jose to Gilroy usually takes around 40 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa Plus coach can make the trip in 30 minutes.

Distance29 mi (46 km)
Shortest duration0h 30m
Cheapest price£8.70
Trips per day6
Most frequent serviceTufesa Plus
Coach lines4

Price trends for coaches from San Jose to Gilroy

Average prices by travel date

£24£16£8MarApr

Monthly average prices

£40£32£24£16£8AMJJASONDJFM

Prices as travel date approaches

£40£32£24£16£83020100

What coach companies travel from San Jose to Gilroy?

There are 4 bus lines from San Jose to Gilroy available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Tufesa Plus offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US10h 35m£13.15
Greyhound20h 44m£10.57
Tufesa Internacional20h 43m£23.76
Tufesa Plus20h 38m£23.76
  • 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 1 trips per day from San Jose to Gilroy, 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 2 bus trips from San Jose to Gilroy every day, with the average journey taking around 0 hours and 44 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Gilroy usually start from £9.

  • 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 Jose to Gilroy, with prices starting from £24. 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.

  • Tufesa Plus is an economy bus service run by Tufesa. Its service area covers the southwestern states in the United States and parts of northwest Mexico. Onboard, travelers can enjoy AC, power outlets, reclining chairs, separate male and female restrooms, and WiFi while in Mexico.

Frequently Asked Questions

The coach takes an average of 40 minutes to cover the 29 miles from San Jose to Gilroy. However, the fastest coach only takes 30 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.

"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Gilroy. 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."

The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all coaches from San Jose to Gilroy, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 6 scheduled coaches that travel from San Jose to Gilroy every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from San Jose to Gilroy without transferring.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Jose to Gilroy; ticket prices start at £34.52.

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 coach leave from in San Jose?

Main departure station: 1118 E William St

Coaches to Gilroy leave from 4 stations in San Jose.

All coach stations in San Jose:

  • 1118 E William St

  • 440 S King Rd

  • Diridon Station

  • Downtown San Jose - 129 W San Carlos St

Where does the coach arrive in Gilroy?

Main arrival station: La Placita - 7822 Monterey St

Coaches arrive in Gilroy at 3 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Gilroy:

  • La Placita - 7822 Monterey St

  • Caltrain Station - 7250 Monterey St

  • 8300 Arroyo Cir #320 - Bus Stop

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