Find coaches from Salem, OR, US to San Jose, US

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Today29 Jul
from US$217
Tomorrow30 Jul
from US$144
Thu31 Jul
from US$139
Fri1 Aug
Sat2 Aug
from US$173
Sun3 Aug
Mon4 Aug
Tue5 Aug

Next departures to San Jose

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Salem
    Departure location: Liberty St SE
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Salem
    Departure location: Salem
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 30 July at
    Departure city: Salem
    Departure location: Salem
    Arrival time: 31 July at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salem to San Jose

Bus
Average priceUS$83 - US$316Average duration1d 8h
21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$135 - US$819Average duration18h 35m
77kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salem to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$83, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 8hAverage duration
US$83Cheapest ticket
21kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Salem, OR, US to San Jose, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$114
Average bus trip duration1d 8h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure21:10
Distance529 miles

Salem to San Jose Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salem, OR, US - San Jose, US

  1. What's the distance between Salem and San Jose by coach?

    The distance between Salem and San Jose by coach is approximately 528 miles (851 km).

  2. How can I travel from Salem to San Jose avoiding air travel?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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28/07
US$247
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salem, OR, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on 28 Jul 2025 with a price of US$247

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salem, OR, US to San Jose, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$247 to US$247 for a bus ticket from Salem, OR, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$247, which is on 2025-07-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Salem and San Jose!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Salem to San Jose.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Salem to San Jose will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Salem to San Jose.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Salem, OR, US to San Jose, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Salem, OR, US to San Jose, US

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