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San Jose to Gilroy Bus Schedule

Bus from San Jose to Gilroy: Journey Information

There are 6 intercity buses per day from San Jose to Gilroy. Traveling by bus from San Jose to Gilroy usually takes around 47 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa Internacional bus can make the trip in 30 minutes.

Distance29 mi (46 km)
Shortest duration0h 30m
Cheapest pricePLN 123.03
Trips per day6
Most frequent serviceTufesa Internacional
Bus lines1

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How much is a bus ticket from San Jose to Gilroy?

Bus tickets for a trip from San Jose to Gilroy cost PLN 123.03 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from San Jose to Gilroy by month

PLN 181PLN 145PLN 109PLN 72PLN 36JFMAMJJASOND
Bus tickets from San Jose to Gilroy are at their cheapest average price in February. This time of year usually offers the best deals on bus tickets for this route, with ticket prices around PLN 72. On the other hand, traveling on this route during December might cost you a bit more than usual. Bus tickets for December trips cost PLN 105, on average. But no need to stress — booking your bus ticket in advance can help you snag cheaper tickets.

Prices as travel date approaches

PLN 181PLN 145PLN 109PLN 72PLN 363020100

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 11 days in advance. This way, you can save up to PLN 1.41 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from San Jose to Gilroy?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from San Jose to Gilroy. Tufesa Internacional connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Tufesa Internacional60h 48mPLN 124.84
  • Book Tufesa Internacional from San Jose to Gilroy from PLN 123. There are 6 trips per day offered by Tufesa Internacional from San Jose to Gilroy and you can expect on average to pay for a Tufesa Internacional ticket to Gilroy. In San Jose, Tufesa Internacional departs to Gilroy from San Jose Tufesa and one other station. In Gilroy, Tufesa Internacional arrives at Gilroy Monterey .

    An average trip on Tufesa Internacional from San Jose to Gilroy takes 0 hours and 48 minutes , while the fastest available Tufesa Internacional trip will get you to Gilroy in 0 hours and 30 minutes .

    On weekends, Tufesa Internacional offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Gilroy.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Jose to Gilroy

The bus takes an average of 47 minutes to cover the 29 miles from San Jose to Gilroy. However, the fastest bus only takes 30 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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 San Jose to Gilroy 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 Gilroy, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Jose to Gilroy, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 6 scheduled buses 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 buses 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 PLN 157.73.

City Information

San Jose

San Jose, CA - SJC-0

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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 San Jose?

Main departure station: San Jose Tufesa

San Jose has two bus stations with service to Gilroy.

All bus stations in San Jose:

  • San Jose Tufesa

  • San Jose Fronteras

Where does the bus arrive in Gilroy?

Main arrival station: Gilroy Monterey

All buses from San Jose arrive at one main station in Gilroy.

All bus stations in Gilroy:

  • Gilroy Monterey

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