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

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

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

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$11

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Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	1h 50m	10:40 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	12:30 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop		Economy	$20	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) at 12/21/2025 10:40:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/22/2025 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	0h 55m	8:20 AM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	9:15 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$11	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) at 12/23/2025 8:20:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/23/2025 9:15:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
FlixBus	0h 50m	10:45 AM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	11:35 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$11	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) at 12/23/2025 10:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/23/2025 11:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 50m
FlixBus	1h 0m	10:00 PM	San Francisco	5th/Townsend	11:00 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$11	A Bus from FlixBus goes from 5th/Townsend, San Francisco (USA) at 12/23/2025 10:00:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/23/2025 11:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $11 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 0m
Greyhound US	1h 50m	10:40 PM	San Francisco	Salesforce Transit Center	12:30 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$12	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Salesforce Transit Center, San Francisco (USA) at 12/23/2025 10:40:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/24/2025 12:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 50m
Greyhound US	1h 40m	9:10 PM	San Francisco	Bus Station Transbay	10:50 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$16	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Station Transbay, San Francisco (USA) at 12/23/2025 9:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 12/23/2025 10:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from San Francisco to San Jose, CA is $11 on 12/23/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

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

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

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from San Francisco to San Jose, CA. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between San Francisco and San Jose, CA.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 6 buses from San Francisco to San Jose, CA, while Morning sees the fewest connections between San Francisco and San Jose, CA, with 3 offers.

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

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 4 times every day by bus from San Francisco to San Jose, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Francisco to San Jose, CA starting from $11!

Cheapest Bus	$11
Fastest Bus	0h 50m
Earliest Bus	10:40 PM
Latest Bus	11:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes	4 Ø
Distance	41.1 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from San Francisco to San Jose, CA

Every day, 4 buses from 2 bus companies leave San Francisco for San Jose, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/19/2025 and for the following days.

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$20

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Tuesday 12/23

$16

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Sunday 12/28

$16

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

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

With a price starting from $11, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Francisco to San Jose, CA. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $16.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Francisco to San Jose, CA, with $11. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $11.

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

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

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

5th/Townsend

Townsend St 400

South Van Ness Ave & Market St

Beach St & Hyde St

Union Square

Post St 470

One Ferry Building

Passenger Loading Zone in front of Ferry Building on Embarcadero. Bus will stop near Marketbar Cafe.

Bus Stop

Crandall St 598

McLaughlin & William Bus Stop

E William St 1118

Tamien

East side pickup area

Diridon Station

Cahill St 65

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

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

FAQs about the San Francisco to San Jose, CA bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $11 and takes 0h 55m to reach San Jose, CA. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $11 and $20. 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 Francisco to San Jose, CA each day?

Every day, the San Francisco 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 Francisco to San Jose, CA take?

The fastest bus from San Francisco to San Jose, CA is offered by FlixBus and takes 0h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $11. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in San Jose, CA from San Francisco starts at 10:40 PM. 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 Francisco to San Jose, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from San Francisco for San Jose, CA starts at 11:25 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 Francisco San Jose, CA route?

When traveling by bus from San Francisco to San Jose, CA, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. 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 Francisco and San Jose, CA?

You can check all the direct connections between San Francisco 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: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

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

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

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

Economy

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

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

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