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San Jose, CA to Vancouver by bus

The journey from San Jose, CA to Vancouver by bus is 1,329.5 km and takes 34 hrs 42 mins. There are 2 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:35 a.m. and the last at 10:30 p.m.. It is possible to travel from San Jose, CA to Vancouver by bus for as little as $247.44 or as much as $321.72. The best price for this journey is $247.44.

Lowest Price $247.44
Journey Duration 34 hrs 42 mins
Connection per Day 2
Lowest Price $247.44
Highest Price $321.72
First Departure 5:35 a.m.
Last Departure 10:30 p.m.
Distance 1,329.5 km
Departure San Jose, CA
Arrival Vancouver
Carriers Greyhound, FlixBus

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

The cheapest San Jose, CA - Vancouver bus tickets can be found for as low as $102.50 if you’re lucky, or $119.84 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $141.23.

Find the best day to travel to Vancouver by bus

When travelling to Vancouver 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 Greyhound and FlixBus from San Jose, CA to Vancouver
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San Jose, CA to Vancouver CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
93.07kg
Bus
99.71kg
Flight
265.9kg
Car
212.72kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Vancouver?
A bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Vancouver is $283.09. 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 $247.44.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Vancouver?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Jose, CA to Vancouver is $247.44. 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 Vancouver by bus?
San Jose, CA to Vancouver is 1,329.5 km.
How long does the bus between San Jose, CA and Vancouver take?
San Jose, CA to Vancouver is on average 34 hrs 42 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 30 hrs 15 mins.
Which companies operate from San Jose, CA to Vancouver?
The bus journey from San Jose, CA to Vancouver is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from San Jose, CA to Vancouver?
San Jose, CA to Vancouver has 2 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from San Jose, CA to Vancouver leave?
The earliest bus from San Jose, CA to Vancouver departs at 5:35 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 Vancouver depart?
The latest bus from San Jose, CA to Vancouver departs at 10:30 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 Vancouver 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 $247.44 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 Vancouver by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between San Jose, CA and Vancouver is 30 hrs 15 mins.
Is there a direct bus from San Jose, CA to Vancouver?
Yes, there is a direct bus between San Jose, CA and Vancouver.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Jose, CA to Vancouver by bus?
The bus journey from San Jose, CA to Vancouver creates 99.71kg of CO2 emissions.

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