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

today
$90
tomorrow
$90
Saturday
$65
Sunday
$73
Monday
$90
Tuesday
$90
Wednesday
$75

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Tufesa International 10h 10m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 8:55 PM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $90
Tufesa International 10h 30m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 9:15 PM San Jose, CA McLaughlin & William Bus Stop  Economy $90
Greyhound US 9h 40m 7:55 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center 5:35 AM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $109

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Tufesa International 10h 10m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 8:55 PM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $90
Tufesa International 10h 30m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 9:15 PM San Jose, CA McLaughlin & William Bus Stop  Economy $90
Greyhound US 14h 50m 4:55 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 7:45 PM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $98
Greyhound US 14h 5m 5:40 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center 7:45 PM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $103
Greyhound US 9h 50m 7:45 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center 5:35 AM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $147
  • Did you know that if you travel from San Diego to San Jose, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      14h 5m
      0
      5:40 AM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      9:15 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $23
      • Waiting Time 3h 25m
    • Greyhound US
      7h 5m
      0
      12:40 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      7:45 PM
      San Jose, CA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $54
    Travel time is 4h 15m longer, but you will save $13

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 9h 40m 7:55 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center 5:35 AM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $65
Tufesa International 10h 10m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 8:55 PM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $90
Tufesa International 10h 30m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 9:15 PM San Jose, CA McLaughlin & William Bus Stop  Economy $90
Greyhound US 10h 25m 7:10 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 5:35 AM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $116
Greyhound US 9h 50m 7:45 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center 5:35 AM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $120

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 14h 5m 5:40 AM San Diego Old Town Transit Center 7:45 PM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $73
Tufesa International 10h 30m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 9:15 PM San Jose, CA McLaughlin & William Bus Stop  Economy $90
Tufesa International 10h 10m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 8:55 PM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $90
Greyhound US 9h 50m 7:45 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center 5:35 AM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $138

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Tufesa International 10h 10m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 8:55 PM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $90
Tufesa International 10h 30m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 9:15 PM San Jose, CA McLaughlin & William Bus Stop  Economy $90
  • Did you know that if you travel from San Diego to San Jose, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $28? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      14h 5m
      0
      5:40 AM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      9:15 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $19
      • Waiting Time 3h 25m
    • Greyhound US
      7h 5m
      0
      12:40 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      7:45 PM
      San Jose, CA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $43
    Travel time is 3h 55m longer, but you will save $28

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Tufesa International 10h 10m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 8:55 PM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $90
Tufesa International 10h 30m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 9:15 PM San Jose, CA McLaughlin & William Bus Stop  Economy $90
Greyhound US 9h 50m 7:45 PM San Diego Old Town Transit Center 5:35 AM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $115
  • Did you know that if you travel from San Diego to San Jose, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $28? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      14h 5m
      0
      5:40 AM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      9:15 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $19
      • Waiting Time 3h 25m
    • Greyhound US
      7h 5m
      0
      12:40 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      7:45 PM
      San Jose, CA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $43
    Travel time is 4h 15m longer, but you will save $28

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 14h 50m 4:55 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 7:45 PM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $75
Tufesa International 10h 30m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 9:15 PM San Jose, CA McLaughlin & William Bus Stop  Economy $90
Tufesa International 10h 10m 10:45 AM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 8:55 PM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $90
Greyhound US 10h 25m 7:10 PM San Diego San Ysidro Transit Center 5:35 AM San Jose, CA Bus Stop  Economy $192
  • Did you know that if you travel from San Diego to San Jose, CA via Los Angeles, you can save more than $13? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      14h 5m
      0
      5:40 AM
      San Diego
      Old Town Transit Center
      9:15 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $19
      • Waiting Time 3h 25m
    • Greyhound US
      7h 5m
      0
      12:40 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      7:45 PM
      San Jose, CA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $43
    Travel time is 3h 55m longer, but you will save $13

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from San Diego to San Jose, CA is $64 on 8/19/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


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

See here how frequent the connections between San Diego and San Jose, CA are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from San Diego to San Jose, CA. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between San Diego and San Jose, CA.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 14 buses from San Diego to San Jose, CA, while Night sees the fewest connections between San Diego and San Jose, CA, with 6 offers.

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

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and Tufesa International that travel 4 times every day by bus from San Diego to San Jose, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Diego to San Jose, CA starting from $64!

Cheapest Bus $64
Fastest Bus 9h 40m
Earliest Bus 10:45 AM
Latest Bus 7:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes 4 Ø
Distance 416.7 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and Tufesa International

Cheapest bus connections from San Diego to San Jose, CA

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave San Diego for San Jose, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/06/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 08/02
Monday 08/03
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$90
Friday 08/07
$139
Saturday 08/08
$110
Sunday 08/09
$90
Monday 08/10
$90
Tuesday 08/11
$115
Wednesday 08/12
$75
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
$107
Saturday 08/15
$90
Sunday 08/16
$69
Monday 08/17
$90
Tuesday 08/18
$90
Wednesday 08/19
$64
Thursday 08/20
$105
Friday 08/21
$90
Saturday 08/22
$90
Sunday 08/23
Monday 08/24
$90
Tuesday 08/25
$90
Wednesday 08/26
$90
Thursday 08/27
$108
Friday 08/28
$90
Saturday 08/29

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

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from San Diego to San Jose, CA, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $64, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Diego to San Jose, CA. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $90.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Diego to San Jose, CA, with $64. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $89.

How to save money travelling from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to San Jose, CA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from San Diego to San Jose, CA

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

Tufesa International from San Diego to San Jose, CA

Tufesa International

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

Cheapest Price $90
Fastest Bus 10h 10m
Earliest Bus 10:45 AM
Last Bus 10:45 AM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 7/13/2026

Greyhound US from San Diego to San Jose, CA

Greyhound US

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

Cheapest Price $65
Fastest Bus 9h 40m
Earliest Bus 7:55 PM
Last Bus 7:10 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 8/4/2026

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

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

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

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

FAQs about the San Diego to San Jose, CA bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $64 and takes 9h 40m to reach San Jose, CA. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $64 and $192. 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 San Diego to San Jose, CA each day?

Every day, the San Diego to San Jose, CA bus route is served by approximately 4 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from San Diego to San Jose, CA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 9h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $109. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in San Jose, CA from San Diego starts at 10:45 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 San Diego to San Jose, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from San Diego for San Jose, CA starts at 7:10 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 San Diego San Jose, CA route?

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

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

You can check all the direct connections between San Diego 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: Greyhound US and Tufesa International.

What can I take with me on the San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to San Jose, CA on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from San Diego 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 4 daily trips between San Diego 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.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from San Diego to San Jose, CA?

Prices and availability for 4 trips between San Diego and San Jose, CA change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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