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The Tech Interactive
Interactive science center with hands-on exhibits, an IMAX dome theater, and family-friendly displays in the heart of downtown.
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
6 h 40 m
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Roseville, CA to San Jose, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Roseville, CA to San Jose, CA will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 2 buses that leave Roseville, CA for San Jose, CA on Fri, Aug 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 07 the direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 40 m .
On Fri, Aug 07 the slowest buses will take 6 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Buses from Roseville, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 but you can travel from only $45 by train.
The earliest bus runs at 04:15, the last at 18:10. The fastest bus covers the 103 miles (166 km) distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 103 miles (166 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 4:15 AM |
Last bus 6:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
The table below shows live departures for Roseville, CA to San Jose, CA buses for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:00 AM Roseville, CA | 6h40 | 6:40 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 AM Roseville, CA | 6h40 | 7:40 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Roseville, CA to San Jose, CA buses use the Roseville, Transit Center to San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Roseville, CA and San Jose, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Roseville, Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are available at Roseville, Transit Center.
Ticket office support is available at Roseville, Transit Center.
Available at Roseville, Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Roseville, Transit Center: Wheelchair accessible facilities.
San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) is 1 km from San Jose city centre. Public transport options include:
San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Various food options available inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station). ATMs are aTMs located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station).
Available at San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
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