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

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from San Jose, CA to San Francisco from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.
today
from $12
tomorrow
Saturday
from $13
Sunday
from $14
Monday
from $9
Tuesday
from $13
Wednesday
from $13

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    5:10 PM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:10 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    5:20 PM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:20 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    5:30 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • Greyhound US
    1h 40m
    0
    5:35 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $13

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    5:30 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    5:10 PM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:10 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    5:20 PM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:20 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • Greyhound US
    1h 40m
    0
    5:35 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $13

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    5:30 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    5:20 PM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:20 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $14
  • Greyhound US
    1h 40m
    0
    5:35 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $14
  • FlixBus
    0h 50m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $15

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    5:30 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $9
  • Greyhound US
    1h 40m
    0
    5:35 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Salesforce Transit Center
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $9
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    5:10 PM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:10 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $10
  • FlixBus
    0h 50m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $12
  • Greyhound US
    1h 40m
    0
    5:35 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $12

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    5:30 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    0h 50m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • Greyhound US
    1h 40m
    0
    5:35 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $13

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    1h 10m
    0
    5:30 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:40 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    0h 50m
    0
    6:45 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    7:35 AM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • FlixBus
    1h 0m
    0
    5:10 PM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    6:10 PM
    San Francisco
    5th/Townsend
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $13
  • Greyhound US
    1h 40m
    0
    5:35 AM
    San Jose, CA
    Bus Stop
    7:15 AM
    San Francisco
    Bus Station Transbay
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $13

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

See here how frequent the connections between San Jose, CA and San Francisco are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from San Jose, CA to San Francisco. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between San Jose, CA and San Francisco.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 14 buses from San Jose, CA to San Francisco, while Evening sees the fewest connections between San Jose, CA and San Francisco, with 3 offers.

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

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 6 times every day by bus from San Jose, CA to San Francisco in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Jose, CA to San Francisco starting from $9!

Cheapest Bus $9
Fastest Bus 0h 50m
Earliest Bus 5:30 AM
Latest Bus 5:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes 6 Ø
Distance 41.1 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from San Jose, CA to San Francisco

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave San Jose, CA for San Francisco: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/12/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/08
Monday 06/09
Tuesday 06/10
Wednesday 06/11
Thursday 06/12
$12
Friday 06/13
Saturday 06/14
$13
Sunday 06/15
$14
Monday 06/16
$9
Tuesday 06/17
$13
Wednesday 06/18
$13
Thursday 06/19
Friday 06/20
$13
Saturday 06/21
Sunday 06/22
Monday 06/23
Tuesday 06/24
$9
Wednesday 06/25
Thursday 06/26
$9
Friday 06/27
Saturday 06/28
Sunday 06/29
Monday 06/30
Tuesday 07/01
Wednesday 07/02
$13
Thursday 07/03
Friday 07/04
Saturday 07/05

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

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from San Jose, CA to San Francisco, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $9, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Jose, CA to San Francisco. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $14.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Jose, CA to San Francisco, with $9. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $13.

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

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 Jose, CA to San Francisco 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 Jose, CA to San Francisco, 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 Jose, CA to San Francisco are also emptier.

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

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

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

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

FAQs about the San Jose, CA to San Francisco bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $9 and takes 1h 10m to reach San Francisco. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $9 and $16. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Francisco.

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

Every day, the San Jose, CA to San Francisco bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from San Jose, CA to San Francisco is offered by FlixBus and takes 0h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $13. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in San Francisco from San Jose, CA starts at 5:30 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 Jose, CA to San Francisco?

The latest bus trip departing from San Jose, CA for San Francisco starts at 5:10 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 Jose, CA San Francisco route?

When traveling by bus from San Jose, CA to San Francisco, 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 Jose, CA and San Francisco?

You can check all the direct connections between San Jose, CA and San Francisco 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 Jose, CA to San Francisco 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 Jose, CA San Francisco 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 Jose, CA San Francisco 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 Jose, CA to San Francisco on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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