Bus from Portland, OR to San Jose, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Portland to San Jose on December 17
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Portland Curbside Bus Stop
Diridon StationCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to San Jose

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 19 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just $138, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
19h 52mAverage Duration
914 kmDistance
83kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$117 - $692Average Duration1d 9h
23kg CO₂e
Average Price$138 - $835Average Duration19h 52m
83kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR to San Jose, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Portland to San Jose?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to San Jose start from $117. The average price for this route is around $242. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Portland to San Jose?

    The average bus travel time from Portland to San Jose is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 915 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Portland to San Jose route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Portland to San Jose?

    The earliest bus departs from Portland to San Jose at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to San Jose?

    A bus trip from Portland to San Jose generates an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Portland to San Jose?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to San Jose?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Portland to San Jose?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Portland to San Jose?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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