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East Los Angeles to San Jose Bus Schedule
Bus from East Los Angeles to San Jose: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from East Los Angeles to San Jose. Traveling by bus from East Los Angeles to San Jose usually takes around 11 hours and 33 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa Internacional bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 310 mi (499 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $72.00 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Tufesa Internacional |
| Bus lines | 1 |
Price trends for buses from East Los Angeles to San Jose
Average bus ticket prices from East Los Angeles to San Jose by month
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What bus companies travel from East Los Angeles to San Jose?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from East Los Angeles to San Jose. Tufesa Internacional is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tufesa Internacional | 2 | 11h 33m | $72.00 |
Book Tufesa Internacional from East Los Angeles to San Jose from $72. There are 2 trips per day offered by Tufesa Internacional from East Los Angeles to San Jose and you can expect on average to pay for a Tufesa Internacional ticket to San Jose. In East Los Angeles, Tufesa Internacional departs to San Jose from 4555 E 3rd St & S McDonnell Ave E . In San Jose, Tufesa Internacional arrives at San Jose Tufesa and one other station.
An average trip on Tufesa Internacional from East Los Angeles to San Jose takes 11 hours and 33 minutes , while the fastest available Tufesa Internacional trip will get you to San Jose in 9 hours and 55 minutes .
On weekends, Tufesa Internacional offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to San Jose.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from East Los Angeles to San Jose
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 33 minutes to cover the 310 miles from East Los Angeles to San Jose. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 55 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 East Los Angeles 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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to San Jose, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00am. To see the times for all buses from East Los Angeles to San Jose, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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 bus leave from in East Los Angeles?
Main departure station: 4555 E 3rd St & S McDonnell Ave E
Most buses depart from the main station in East Los Angeles.
All bus stations in East Los Angeles:
4555 E 3rd St & S McDonnell Ave E
Where does the bus arrive in San Jose?
Main arrival station: San Jose Tufesa
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in San Jose.
All bus stations in San Jose:
San Jose Tufesa
San Jose Fronteras
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