How much does a bus ticket from Salem to San Jose cost?

The bus ticket price from Salem to San Jose starts at $70. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Salem to San Jose is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Salem to San Jose?

The average travel time between Salem and San Jose is around 1d 8h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 528 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Salem and San Jose?

The number of buses from Salem to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Salem to San Jose by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Salem to San Jose?

When taking the bus from Salem to San Jose, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Jose?

Once in San Jose, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are San Jose Betsuin Buddhist Church, Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph, Cinnabar Hills Golf Club, San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art, Mexican Heritage Plaza.

Bus Salem to San Jose from $117 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Salem to San Jose on September 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:57am	Salem	1d	10:14am	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		9:00pm	Liberty St SE	1d 8h	5:25am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Salem to San Jose on September 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		9:00pm	Liberty St SE	1d 8h	5:25am	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Salem to San Jose on September 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		9:00pm	Liberty St SE	1d 8h	5:25am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
		9:57am	Salem	1d	10:14am	Diridon Station	Fastest

Next departures for Salem to San Jose on September 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:00pm	Liberty St SE	1d 8h	5:25am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	9:57am	Salem	1d	10:14am	Diridon Station	Fastest
	9:57am	Salem	1d	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Salem to San Jose on September 24
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:00pm	Liberty St SE	1d 8h	5:25am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	9:57am	Salem	1d	10:14am	Diridon Station	Fastest
	9:57am	Salem	1d	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Salem to San Jose on September 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:00pm	Liberty St SE	1d 8h	5:25am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
	9:57am	Salem	1d	10:14am	Diridon Station	Fastest
	9:57am	Salem	1d	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Salem to San Jose.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$70 - $159	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$93 - $193	Average Duration18h 35m	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Salem to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

$70Cheapest ticket

21kgCO₂ emissions

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

Average ticket price$94

Average bus trip duration1d 8h

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure9:00pm

Distance529 miles (852 km)

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Amtrak

4/55,469 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/510,575 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Salem to San Jose Bus

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

Best price found

09/17

$133

09/18

$163

Today

$133

09/20

$163

09/21

No data

09/22

$163

09/23

$144

09/24

$133

The cheapest trip from Salem, OR, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on Sep 17, 2025 with a price of $133

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 $133 to $824 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 $133 which is on 2025-09-24.

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 one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Salem to San Jose will emit less CO2 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?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 8h	Avg Price$94	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time18h 35m	Avg Price$108	Daily Departures1

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

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How much does a bus ticket from Salem to San Jose cost?

How long is the bus ride from Salem to San Jose?

How many daily bus connections are there between Salem and San Jose?

Which bus companies travel from Salem to San Jose?

What are the best sights and things to do in San Jose?

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

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