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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Diridon Station | Tucson Downtown | Cheapest | |||||
 | Santiago Express San Jose | S 12th Ave | Fastest | |||||
| Santiago Express San Jose | S 12th Ave | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Diridon Station | U of A | No tags | |||||
 | Diridon Station | U of A | No tags |
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to TucsonAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 20 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus San Jose, US to Tucson: Trip Overview
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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Tucson
How far is Tucson from San Jose by coach?
The journey from San Jose to Tucson by coach covers an approximate distance of 711 miles (1147 km).
Is there a way to reach Tucson from San Jose without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Tucson was searched and found on 26 Aug 2025 with a price of US$67To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Jose, US to Tucson as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$67 to US$158 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$67, which is on 2025-08-26.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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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 San Jose and Tucson!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Jose to Tucson, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Jose to Tucson will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Jose to Tucson while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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 San Jose, US to Tucson?
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