Bus Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA from various bus operators like Tufesa International, Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

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$62

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$62

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Sunday

$62

Monday

$62

Tuesday

$62

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Tufesa International	6h 30m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:45 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/25/2025 10:15:00 AM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/25/2025 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Tufesa International	4h 55m	2:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	7:00 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/25/2025 2:05:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/25/2025 7:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Tufesa International	5h 45m	3:30 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	9:15 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/25/2025 3:30:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/25/2025 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Tufesa International	5h 30m	9:45 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	3:15 AM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/25/2025 9:45:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/26/2025 3:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m
Tufesa International	6h 0m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:15 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/25/2025 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/25/2025 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Tufesa International	6h 0m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:15 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/26/2025 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/26/2025 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Tufesa International	4h 35m	2:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	6:40 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/26/2025 2:05:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/26/2025 6:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Tufesa International	5h 25m	3:30 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	8:55 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/26/2025 3:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/26/2025 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
Tufesa International	6h 30m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:45 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/26/2025 10:15:00 AM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/26/2025 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Tufesa International	4h 55m	2:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	7:00 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/26/2025 2:05:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/26/2025 7:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Tufesa International	6h 0m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:15 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/28/2025 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/28/2025 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Tufesa International	4h 35m	2:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	6:40 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/28/2025 2:05:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/28/2025 6:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
FlixBus	16h 15m	1:10 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Park & Ride/McKee Rd.	5:25 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$201	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Park & Ride/McKee Rd., Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/28/2025 1:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/29/2025 5:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $201 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 15m
Greyhound US	12h 0m	5:00 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	5:00 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$211	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/28/2025 5:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/28/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $211 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
Greyhound US	11h 25m	5:15 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	4:40 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$257	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/28/2025 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/29/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $257 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Tufesa International	6h 0m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:15 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/29/2025 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/29/2025 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Tufesa International	4h 35m	2:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	6:40 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/29/2025 2:05:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/29/2025 6:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Tufesa International	5h 25m	3:30 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	8:55 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/29/2025 3:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/29/2025 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
Greyhound US	11h 25m	5:15 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	4:40 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$162	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/29/2025 5:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/30/2025 4:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $162 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
Greyhound US	12h 0m	5:00 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	5:00 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$200	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/29/2025 5:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/29/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $200 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Tufesa International	6h 30m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:45 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/30/2025 10:15:00 AM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/30/2025 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Tufesa International	4h 55m	2:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	7:00 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/30/2025 2:05:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/30/2025 7:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Tufesa International	5h 45m	3:30 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	9:15 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/30/2025 3:30:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/30/2025 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Tufesa International	6h 0m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:15 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/30/2025 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/30/2025 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Tufesa International	4h 35m	2:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	6:40 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 12/30/2025 2:05:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/30/2025 6:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA is $60 on 1/7/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA

See here how frequent the connections between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 6 daily coaches between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 23 buses from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Compare all providers like Tufesa International, Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 7 times every day by bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA starting from $60!

Cheapest Bus	$60
Fastest Bus	4h 35m
Earliest Bus	10:15 AM
Latest Bus	3:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	7 Ø
Distance	209.8 miles
Bus Companies	Tufesa International, Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Every day, 7 buses from 3 bus companies leave Bakersfield, CA for San Jose, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/24/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

$62

Friday 12/26

$62

Saturday 12/27

Sunday 12/28

$62

Monday 12/29

$162

Tuesday 12/30

$62

Wednesday 12/31

$132

Thursday 01/01

$62

Friday 01/02

$62

Saturday 01/03

$62

Sunday 01/04

$88

Monday 01/05

$62

Tuesday 01/06

$62

Wednesday 01/07

$60

Thursday 01/08

Friday 01/09

$62

Saturday 01/10

Sunday 01/11

$62

Monday 01/12

$60

Tuesday 01/13

$62

Wednesday 01/14

$62

Thursday 01/15

Friday 01/16

$62

Saturday 01/17

The cheapest time to travel from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $60, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $62.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA, with $60. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $62.

How to save money travelling from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

These are the most booked bus companies between Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA from our users.

Tufesa International from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Here you will find the key facts about the Tufesa International bus route Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA:

Cheapest Price	$62
Fastest Bus	4h 35m
Earliest Bus	10:15 AM
Last Bus	3:30 PM
Daily Connections	6 Ø
Found on	12/22/2025

Greyhound US from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA:

Cheapest Price	$162
Fastest Bus	11h 25m
Earliest Bus	5:00 AM
Last Bus	5:15 PM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	12/21/2025

FlixBus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA:

Cheapest Price	$201
Fastest Bus	16h 15m
Earliest Bus	1:10 PM
Last Bus	1:10 PM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	12/20/2025

All bus stations and stops in Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA.

Bus Stop

18th St 1820

Chamberlain

Chamberlain Ave

Park & Ride/McKee Rd.

Truxtun Ave

Truxtun Ave 601

Bus Stop

Crandall St 598

McLaughlin & William Bus Stop

E William St 1118

Tamien

East side pickup area

Diridon Station

Cahill St 65

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA? Compare all modes of transports from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA? Or which bus companies serve the route Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA bus

How much does a Bakersfield, CA San Jose, CA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $60 and takes 6h 30m to reach San Jose, CA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $60 and $257. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Jose, CA.

On average, how many connections are available from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA each day?

Every day, the Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA take?

The fastest bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA is offered by Tufesa International and takes 4h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $62. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA?

The earliest bus arriving in San Jose, CA from Bakersfield, CA starts at 10:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Bakersfield, CA for San Jose, CA starts at 3:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bakersfield, CA San Jose, CA route?

When traveling by bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA, passengers can travel with Tufesa International, Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA?

You can check all the direct connections between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Tufesa International, Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bakersfield, CA San Jose, CA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bakersfield, CA San Jose, CA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 7 daily trips between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Bakersfield, CA and to San Jose, CA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bakersfield, CA and to San Jose, CA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!