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LAX — SJC
jun. 4 — jun. 111
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Greyhound
With transfers
6h 30m
Greyhound
Greyhound
With transfers
8h 35m
Greyhound
Greyhound
With transfers
7h 25m
Greyhound
Amtrak
With transfers
9h 25m
Amtrak
Amtrak
With transfers
8h 40m
Amtrak
Amtrak
With transfers
8h 40m
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Los Angeles to San Jose bus information

Find information about ticket prices, popular stations, and bus companies that offer buses from Los Angeles to San Jose

Round-trip from

$126

One-way from

$44

Avg travel time

6h 45m

Popular bus line

FlixBus
Bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Jose found within the last 3 days start at $126 round-trip
The cheapest one-way bus ticket starts at $44. This price was found within the last 3 days.
The average bus ride from Los Angeles to San Jose is 6h 45m
FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak service this route

Los Angeles Bus Station Directory

Location of major bus stations in Los Angeles
Los Angeles Westwood AmtrakLos Angeles, 34.068798, -118.449
Los Angeles JerezanosLos Angeles, 34.01934, -118.17609
Los Angeles University of Southern California (curbside)Los Angeles, 34.021564, -118.279366
Los Angeles Harbor FreewayLos Angeles, 33.928726, -118.2818
Los Angeles University of Southern CaliforniaLos Angeles, 34.02333, -118.28349
Los Angeles Autobuses Coordinados UsaLos Angeles, 34.019333, -118.17608

San Jose Bus Station Directory

Location of major bus stations in San Jose
San Jose Lee SandwichSan Jose, 37.3199, -121.824
San Jose TufesaSan Jose, 37.340946, -121.86255
San Jose TamienSan Jose, 37.31234, -121.8841
San Jose Bus StopSan Jose, 37.33117, -121.88799
San JoseSan Jose, 37.326683, -121.811264
San Jose King & VirginiaSan Jose, 37.3453371174371, -121.84835286109924

Book round-trip bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Jose

Below are the quickest and cheapest round-trip bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Jose that we could find in the past 72 hours. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above.
FlixBus
Jun 6
1:00 pmLos Angeles University of Southern California (curbside)
7h 20m
8:20 pmSan Jose Bus Stop
Jun 7
1:45 pmSan Jose Bus Stop
7h 10m
8:55 pmLos Angeles University of Southern California (curbside)
Greyhound
Jun 6
11:05 pmLos Angeles Station
6h 20m
5:25 amSan Jose
Jun 7
8:05 amSan Jose
7h 00m
3:05 pmLos Angeles Station
FlixBus
Jun 6
11:20 pmLos Angeles Union Bus
6h 35m
5:55 amSan Jose Bus Stop
Jun 7
1:45 pmSan Jose Bus Stop
6h 45m
8:30 pmLos Angeles Union Bus
FlixBus
Jun 6
8:00 amLos Angeles Hilton Garden Inn
6h 25m
2:25 pmSan Jose Bus Stop
Jun 7
9:15 amSan Jose Bus Stop
6h 25m
3:40 pmLos Angeles Hilton Garden Inn
Greyhound
Jun 6
12:40 pmLos Angeles Station
7h 25m
8:05 pmSan Jose
Jun 6
12:55 amSan Jose
7h 00m
7:55 amLos Angeles Station
FlixBus
Jun 6
2:10 pmLos Angeles Westwood Amtrak
6h 10m
8:20 pmSan Jose Bus Stop
Jun 6
12:40 amSan Jose Bus Stop
6h 20m
7:00 amLos Angeles Westwood Amtrak

Book one-way bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Jose

Below are the fastest and cheapest one-way bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Jose we’ve found in the last 72 hours. Select a deal below or use the search form above to find bus tickets by date.
Greyhound
Jun 6
1:35 pmLos Angeles North Hollywood Bus Station
6h 30m
8:05 pmSan Jose
Greyhound
Jun 6
5:50 amLos Angeles North Hollywood Bus Station
8h 35m
1 stop
2:25 pmSan Jose Bus Stop
Greyhound
Jun 6
12:40 pmLos Angeles Union Bus
7h 25m
8:05 pmSan Jose
Amtrak
Jul 1
5:00 amLos Angeles Union
9h 25m
2:25 pmSan Jose
Amtrak
Jul 1
5:45 amLos Angeles 592 Gayley Ave
8h 40m
2:25 pmSan Jose
Amtrak
Jun 28
5:45 amLos Angeles 592 Gayley Ave
8h 40m
2:25 pmSan Jose

Choose the best way to get from Los Angeles to San Jose

Buses

6h 30m
$44 one-way$126 round-trip
Nonstop · from $126

Distance to downtown

67R0.4 mi
JC91.0 mi
43lb CO2

88% less than flights

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Los Angeles to San Jose Buses

Trains

9h 28m
$82 one-way$108 round-trip
Nonstop · from $108

Distance to downtown

JC91.0 mi
69lb CO2

81% less than flights

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Los Angeles to San Jose Trains

Flights

1h 10m
$56 one-way$52 round-trip
Nonstop · from $521 stop · from $66

Distance to downtown

SJC2.9 mi

FAQs for booking bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Jose

How much does a bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Jose cost?

For this week, you can purchase tickets from Los Angeles to San Jose starting at $44 one-way. The cost of your ticket may vary depending on when you book, so we recommend you plan early. $51 is what you can expect to pay for a bus ride from Los Angeles to San Jose one-way.

How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to San Jose?

The fastest journey time from Los Angeles to San Jose is 6h 45m. FlixBus is one of the fastest options available.

When should I purchase the bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Jose?

Bus ticket prices from Los Angeles to San Jose are the same no matter when you choose to book them. Prices are $51 one-way this week and should remain stable for at least the next 3 months.

Which bus companies operate between Los Angeles to San Jose?

There are many buses traveling between Los Angeles and San Jose. FlixBus, Greyhound, and Amtrak are some of the available options. The cheapest option is offered by FlixBus, with prices starting at $126 round-trip.

How far is Los Angeles to San Jose by bus?

Los Angeles and San Jose are 302.4 mi apart from one another. The actual distance traveled by bus depends on the route taken - roadwork or traffic often impact this and longer routes can change often. In terms of time, 6h 45m by bus is reasonable for normal traffic levels.

What is the carbon footprint of a bus from Los Angeles to San Jose?

Getting a bus from Los Angeles to San Jose has a carbon footprint of 43lb, on average. Compared to flying (357lb), your footprint by bus is about 88% less. Emissions by train between Los Angeles and San Jose are around 68lb.

Is a bus the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to San Jose?

We’ve found that taking a flight from Los Angeles to San Jose with Delta is more time-efficient when based simply on travel duration. A train from Los Angeles to San Jose or a bus from Los Angeles to San Jose can take you longer than a 1h 09m flight.

Is a bus the cheapest way to get from Los Angeles to San Jose?

The cheapest way is to get a flight from Los Angeles to San Jose, which can be as cheap as $52. A train from Los Angeles to San Jose is more expensive than a flight, with prices starting at $108. A bus from Los Angeles to San Jose is also an option, with an average price of $126.


Amtrak buses from Los Angeles to San Jose

Our best Amtrak deals on Los Angeles to San Jose bus tickets
Amtrak
Aug 8
N895:45 amLos Angeles 592 Gayley Ave
8h 40m
JC92:25 pmSan Jose
Aug 11
JC92:55 pmSan Jose
8h 35m
N8911:30 pmLos Angeles 592 Gayley Ave
Amtrak
Jun 12
AX95:00 amLos Angeles Union
9h 25m
JC92:25 pmSan Jose
Jun 15
JC92:55 pmSan Jose
9h 00m
AX911:55 pmLos Angeles Union
Amtrak
Jun 8
AX95:00 amLos Angeles Union
9h 25m
JC92:25 pmSan Jose
Jun 9
JC92:55 pmSan Jose
9h 00m
AX911:55 pmLos Angeles Union

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