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Bus from San Jose to Los Angeles: Journey Information
There are 15 intercity buses per day from San Jose to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from San Jose to Los Angeles usually takes around 8 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 305 mi (492 km) |
| Shortest duration | 5h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $41.98 |
| Trips per day | 13 |
| Most frequent service | Tufesa Internacional |
| Bus lines | 4 |
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There are several bus options that can take you from San Jose to Los Angeles:
- Amtrak Thruway: 1 daily buses from $85
- FlixBus US: 2 daily buses from $44
- Greyhound: 6 daily buses from $41
- Tufesa Internacional: 7 daily buses from $70
How much is a bus ticket from San Jose to Los Angeles?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Jose to Los Angeles cost $67.74 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. 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 Los Angeles by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from San Jose to Los Angeles in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $62 to $102. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on June 6, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Los Angeles this week, bus tickets are available starting at $68.
Average bus ticket prices from San Jose to Los Angeles by month
Taking the bus from San Jose to Los Angeles is usually cheapest in April, when the average ticket price is only $59. If you're planning to take the bus from San Jose to Los Angeles during November, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $83. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
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 25 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $21.65 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from San Jose to Los Angeles?
There are multiple buses that travel from San Jose to Los Angeles, including Amtrak Thruway, FlixBus US, Greyhound, Tufesa Internacional. Here is what you should know about the 4 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 8h 49m | $92.48 |
| FlixBus US | 2 | 8h 30m | $84.64 |
| Greyhound | 6 | 9h 55m | $92.83 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 7 | 7h 49m | $71.32 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from San Jose to Los Angeles start at $85. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 2 trips per day from San Jose to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only $84.64.
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 6 bus trips from San Jose to Los Angeles every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 55 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Los Angeles usually start from $40.98.
Book Tufesa Internacional from San Jose to Los Angeles from $70. There are 7 trips per day offered by Tufesa Internacional from San Jose to Los Angeles and you can expect on average to pay $71.32 for a Tufesa Internacional ticket to Los Angeles. In San Jose, Tufesa Internacional departs to Los Angeles from San Jose Tufesa and one other station. In Los Angeles, Tufesa Internacional arrives at 611 Maple Ave and one other station.
An average trip on Tufesa Internacional from San Jose to Los Angeles takes 7 hours and 49 minutes , while the fastest available Tufesa Internacional trip will get you to Los Angeles in 5 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Tufesa Internacional offers 7 trips per day. A one way ticket costs $70 for a weekend trip to Los Angeles.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Jose to Los Angeles
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to L.A. are through Greyhound. A ticket with this bus company costs an average of just $34, while Megabus and OurBus are closer to $40, and Tufesa Internacional tickets hover around $55.
Yes, there are a couple of overnight bus options between San Jose and Los Angeles. Megabus has a bus that departs San Jose at 11:30 p.m., arriving into L.A. at 6:10 a.m., and Greyhound has a bus departing San Jose at 11:15 p.m., arriving into L.A. at 5:55 a.m.
The Amtrak Coast Starlight runs from San Jose to L.A., with two trips per day. Tickets average about $58, and the trip can be as fast as 8 hours 18 minutes. Bus trips are actually faster because they are less roundabout, getting to L.A. in as quick as 6 hours 30 minutes.
Bus tickets for a trip from San Jose to Los Angeles cost $42 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
There are 15 scheduled buses that travel from San Jose to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 13 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Jose to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at $70.
TRIPS PER DAY
15
DIRECT TRIPS
13
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 41 minutes to cover the 305 miles from San Jose to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
DISTANCE (MI)
305
DISTANCE (KM)
492
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Jose to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
EARLIEST BUS
12:00am
LATEST BUS
3:00pm
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Los Angeles. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, 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 Los Angeles, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
City Information
San Jose
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.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Jose?
Main departure station: Diridon Station
Buses to Los Angeles leave from 4 stations in San Jose.
All bus stations in San Jose:
- Diridon Station
- San Jose Fronteras
- San Jose Tufesa
- Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St
Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: 611 Maple Ave
Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 8 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
- 611 Maple Ave
- 800 N Alameda St
- 10413 Laurel Canyon Blvd Pacoima
- North Hollywood Bus Station
- San Fernando Bus Station
- 592 Gayley Ave
- Union Station
- Downtown - Vignes Lot
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