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- Routes
- 39
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- bus lines
- 4
- Stations
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About 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 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
Diridon Station opened in 1935 with architecture inspired by the Italian Renaissance, and today is a vital part of Silicon Valley’s transportation 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 bus transit on Amtrak Thruway and Greyhound buses. With paid parking onsite, bicycle racks, and accessible entrances, travelers 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.
Popular bus stations in San Jose:
- San Jose Fronteras
- San Jose Tufesa
- Diridon Station
- Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St
What bus companies travel to San Jose, CA?
Located in California, San Jose is accessible by bus from 39 other cities. You can choose from 174 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to San Jose on Wanderu. FlixBus US usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to San Jose are also available.
Bus companies serving San Jose
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 299 | 2 days, 11 hr, 56 min | CZK 6,008.09 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 19 | 8 hr, 5 min | CZK 1,613.44 |
| Greyhound | 27 | 8 hr, 34 min | CZK 2,039.42 |
| Amtrak Thruway | 35 | 10 hr, 29 min | CZK 2,708.91 |
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.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 buses are outfitted with power outlets, free WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning for your comfort.
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.
Which bus carrier has the best service to San Jose?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to San Jose by bus with Amtrak Thruway, giving it a 4.7 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Greyhound had the most comfortable bus service to San Jose, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Greyhound at 4.5 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in San Jose punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak Thruway has the best on-time performance on its bus schedules to San Jose, rating it 5 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
CZK 129.87 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to San Jose, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to San Jose. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to San Jose was CZK 194.81.
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CZK 129.87
The most popular bus stations in San Jose are San Jose Fronteras, San Jose Tufesa, and Diridon Station. San Jose Fronteras is the busiest, with the most bus arrivals.
The closest airport to San Jose is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl Airport (SJC), located 2.9 miles from the city center of San Jose.
San Jose ranks number 4 among the most popular bus destinations in California. San Jose ranks number 82 among bus destinations in the country. San Jose ranks number 6 in California by the number of places connected to it by bus. There are 146 direct bus schedules arriving in San Jose each day.
The population of San Jose is 1,026,908. It ranks number 3 by population in California. It ranks number 11 by population in the country.
A short bus trip to San Jose, under 60 miles, can cost as little as CZK 129.87. A 60 to 200 mile bus trip to San Jose starts at CZK 281.39. A longer trip by bus to San Jose can be as cheap as CZK 843.73. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as CZK 2,207.17.
People who take the bus to San Jose are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a bus last minute make taking a bus to San Jose easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest bus station to the city center of San Jose is Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St, located just 1.1 miles away. Select Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of San Jose. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
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