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Nogales - San Jose Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Nogales to San Jose. Traveling by bus from Nogales to San Jose usually takes around 19 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa bus can make the trip in 18 hours and 50 minutes.

Distance750 mi (1208 km)
Shortest duration18h 50m
Cheapest price$172.49
Trips per day1
Most frequent serviceTufesa
Bus lines1

What bus companies travel from Nogales to San Jose?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Nogales to San Jose. Tufesa is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Tufesa119h 3m$174.35
  • Book Tufesa from Nogales to San Jose from $172. Typically there is one Tufesa schedule per day from Nogales to San Jose and you can expect on average to pay for a Tufesa ticket to San Jose. In Nogales, Tufesa departs to San Jose from Suc Kennedy . In San Jose, Tufesa arrives at 1118 E William St and one other station.

    An average trip on Tufesa from Nogales to San Jose takes 19 hours and 3 minutes , while the fastest available Tufesa trip will get you to San Jose in 18 hours and 50 minutes .

    On weekends, Tufesa offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to San Jose.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 19 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 750 miles from Nogales to San Jose. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Nogales to San Jose for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

There is usually only one bus per day from Nogales to San Jose. It leaves the station in Nogales at 11:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one bus per day from Nogales to San Jose. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.

City Information

San Jose

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San Jose, CA - SJC-1

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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 bus leave from in Nogales?

Main departure station: Suc Kennedy

Most buses depart from the main station in Nogales.

All bus stations in Nogales:

  • Suc Kennedy

Where does the bus arrive in San Jose?

Main arrival station: 1118 E William St

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in San Jose.

All bus stations in San Jose:

  • 1118 E William St

  • 440 S King Rd

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