How can I travel from San Jose to Paso Robles without a car?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are convenient and eco-friendly ways to travel to Paso Robles. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Paso Robles from San Jose by bus?

Traveling from San Jose to Paso Robles takes about 3h 25m on average, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 3h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 140 miles (226 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from San Jose to Paso Robles?

San Jose and Paso Robles are 140 miles (226 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Jose to Paso Robles?

The majority of buses traveling from San Jose to Paso Robles start their journey at Diridon Station and wind up at AMTRAK Station. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

How much are the bus tickets from San Jose to Paso Robles?

The bus ticket costs $58 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $58 to $92, so it's good to do your research before booking.

San Jose (CA), US to Paso Robles Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Paso Robles.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$58 - $92	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$44 - $192	Average Duration3h 31m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Cheapest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to Paso Robles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Paso Robles. The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 25mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest ticket

5kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose to Paso Robles: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$58

Average bus trip duration3h 25m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure6:10am

Distance136 miles (219 km)

Latest bus departure3:20pm

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Amtrak

4/55,154 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5154 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $58.00

Amtrak San Jose Paso Robles recent customer reviews

Bus ride very comfortable; driver was excellent in taking care of luggage, driving, stopping for lunch, and helpfulness as needed. 5 stars!

Sally G.

May 16, 2023

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

San Jose to Paso Robles Bus

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Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Paso Robles?

Stops in San Jose

A - Diridon Station

B - Santiago Express San Jose

C - 1118 E William St

D - San Jose Bus Stop

E - Tamien Station

F - Diridon Station

Stops in Paso Robles

A - AMTRAK Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip San Jose (CA), US - Paso Robles

How can I travel from San Jose to Paso Robles without a car?
How long does it take to get to Paso Robles from San Jose by bus?
What is the travel distance from San Jose to Paso Robles?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Jose to Paso Robles?
How much are the bus tickets from San Jose to Paso Robles?

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from San Jose to Paso Robles.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Jose to Paso Robles, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from San Jose to Paso Robles that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Jose to Paso Robles, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose to Paso Robles?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h 25m	Avg Price$58	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time3h 31m	Avg Price$61	Daily Departures2

Will you be returning to San Jose by bus?

Bus from San Jose to Paso Robles

You can also go to Paso Robles by train

Train from San Jose to Paso Robles

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Bus Tickets from San Jose (CA), US to Paso Robles