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17/07/2025
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San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA by bus

The journey from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA by bus is 529.21 km and takes 11 hrs 17 mins. There are 5 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:00 a.m. and the last at 11:59 p.m.. It is possible to travel from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA by bus for as little as $26.88 or as much as $106.22. The best price for this journey is $26.88.

Lowest Price $26.88
Journey Duration 11 hrs 17 mins
Connection per Day 5
Lowest Price $26.88
Highest Price $106.22
First Departure 1:00 a.m.
Last Departure 11:59 p.m.
Distance 529.21 km
Departure San Jose, CA
Arrival Ontario, CA
Carriers FlixBus, Amtrak

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA

The cheapest San Jose, CA - Ontario, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $109.22 if you’re lucky, or $129.40 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $161.34.

Find the best day to travel to Ontario, CA by bus

When travelling to Ontario, 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!

Services on board FlixBus and Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA
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San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
37.04kg
Bus
39.69kg
Flight
105.84kg
Car
84.67kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA?
A bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA is $68.15. 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 $26.88.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA is $26.88. 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 San Jose, CA and Ontario, CA by bus?
San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA is 529.21 km.
How long does the bus between San Jose, CA and Ontario, CA take?
San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA is on average 11 hrs 17 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 7 hrs 41 mins.
Which companies operate from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA?
The bus journey from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus and Amtrak.
How many bus connections per day go from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA?
San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA has 5 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA leave?
The earliest bus from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA departs at 1:00 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 San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA depart?
The latest bus from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA departs at 11:59 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 San Jose, CA to Ontario, 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 $26.88 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.
What's the fastest journey time between San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between San Jose, CA and Ontario, CA is 7 hrs 41 mins.
Is there a direct bus from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between San Jose, CA and Ontario, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA by bus?
The bus journey from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA creates 39.69kg of CO2 emissions.

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