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Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from San Jose to Stockton. Traveling by coach from San Jose to Stockton usually takes around 9 hours and 12 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 12 minutes.
Distance | 54 mi (87 km) |
Shortest duration | 2h 12m |
Cheapest price | £9.58 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from San Jose to Stockton
- Amtrak Thruway: 2 daily coaches from £10
- FlixBus US: 1 daily coaches from £25
- Greyhound: 1 daily coaches from £25
How much is a coach ticket from San Jose to Stockton?
£45.98 is the average price of a bus ticket from San Jose to Stockton. Any tickets cheaper than £45.98 can be considered a great deal. 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 price of bus tickets from San Jose to Stockton is expected to be between £27 and £63. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is 18 May 2024, when tickets are available for 18 May 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just £27.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in May. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just £44 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from San Jose to Stockton in February, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to £61 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
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Booking in advance is the best way to find affordable prices and save money on your trip.
What coach companies travel from San Jose to Stockton?
There are 3 bus lines from San Jose to Stockton available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Amtrak Thruway offers the most choice in regards to departure times, with a couple of different times on its daily bus schedule.
Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Amtrak Thruway | 2 | 11h 45m | £72.35 |
FlixBus US | 1 | 8h 46m | £40.14 |
Greyhound | 1 | 6h 5m | £31.16 |
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 Stockton start at £10. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
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 Stockton, 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 1 bus trips from San Jose to Stockton every day, with the average journey taking around 6 hours and 5 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Stockton usually start from £25.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 9 hours and 12 minutes to cover the 54 miles from San Jose to Stockton. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 12 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.
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travelers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Stockton. 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, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.
The first coach leaves at 05:00 and the last coach leaves at 14:00. To see the times for all coaches from San Jose to Stockton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from San Jose to Stockton every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Jose to Stockton; ticket prices start at £9.58.
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.
Stockton
Stockton, California, is a diverse, creative, and culturally rich city. It's also in the perfect place for various Cali weekend trips, with Sacramento, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park all within reach. Stockton is an excellent place to post up while touring Northern California.
And of course, there's plenty to do in the city itself. The Bob Hope Theatre, sometimes known as "The Fox" by locals, is a popular entertainment venue and a beautifully preserved piece of Stockton's history. The recent refurbishment has produced a magnificent place for local arts productions, film, dance, comedy, and Broadway-style entertainment, as well as the newest in top-name musical entertainment.
Amtrak has multiple routes to Stockton from Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Sacramento. Jefferson Lines provides the most bus service to the city, and buses go from Stockton to cities across the nation, including Phoenix, Huntington Park, and even Ontario. The city has its own airport, Stockton Airport (SCK), although some travelers also use the airport in Sacramento for more flight options.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in San Jose?
Main departure station: Diridon Station
Coaches to Stockton leave from 15 stations in San Jose.
All coach stations in San Jose:
Diridon Station
Downtown San Jose - 129 W San Carlos St
Union Station
592 Gayley Ave
Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St
Scotts Valley Transit Ctr
Santa Cruz, California
209 State Street
11 Station Pl
Transportation Center
1 Grand Avenue, Building 113
1011 Railroad Ave
Santa Maria Bus Stop
Intermodal Station - 800 Pine St
180 W Grand Ave
Where does the coach arrive in Stockton?
Main arrival station: Cabral Station - 949 E Channel St
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Stockton.
Coach stations in Stockton:
Cabral Station - 949 E Channel St
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