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Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA by bus

The journey from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA by bus is 990.18 km and takes 16 hrs 12 mins. There are 13 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:30 a.m. and the last at 9:50 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA by bus for as little as $193.75 or as much as $375.18. The best price for this journey is $193.75.

Lowest Price $193.75
Journey Duration 16 hrs 12 mins
Connection per Day 13
Lowest Price $193.75
Highest Price $375.18
First Departure 12:30 a.m.
Last Departure 9:50 p.m.
Distance 990.18 km
Departure Phoenix, AZ
Arrival San Jose, CA
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., Tufesa Internacional

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When travelling to San Jose, CA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
69.31kg
Bus
74.26kg
Flight
198.04kg
Car
158.43kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA?
A bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA is $243.59. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $193.75.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA is $193.75. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Phoenix, AZ and San Jose, CA by bus?
Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA is 990.18 km.
How long does the bus between Phoenix, AZ and San Jose, CA take?
Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA is on average 16 hrs 12 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 14 hrs 30 mins.
Which companies operate from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA?
The bus journey from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., Tufesa Internacional, Greyhound, Tufesa and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA?
Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA has 13 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA departs at 12:30 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA depart?
The latest bus from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA departs at 9:50 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $193.75 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA?
There are on average 8 direct connection(s) from Phoenix, AZ to go to San Jose, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Phoenix, AZ and San Jose, CA is 14 hrs 30 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Phoenix, AZ and San Jose, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Phoenix, AZ to San Jose, CA creates 74.26kg of CO2 emissions.

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