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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
5 h 41 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Jose, CA for Berkeley, CA on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 68 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 41 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 5 h 41 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.
11:30 AM5h41San Jose, CA5:11 PMBerkeley, CA$161One-way0 transfers
- 11:30 AM5h41San Jose, CA5:11 PMBerkeley, CA$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $21 Average price | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company | Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA costing on average $21 (€17).
Other travel options to Berkeley, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 50m.
You'll arrive about -1h -54m sooner (1h 50m by bus vs 56m by car) and save roughly $-5.55 (€-4.55) compared to fuel and tolls ($16 (€13) vs $10 (€8)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:51PM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:51PM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:30 AM San Jose, CA | 5h41 | 5:11 PM Berkeley, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA
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Buses from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€13) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 21m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CAYou can travel by bus between San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA with FlixBus for as low as $15 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berkeley, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA
Most San Jose, CA to Berkeley, CA buses use the San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) to Oakland, West Oakland BART Station station pair. Use this guide to compare San Jose, CA and Berkeley, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) from San Jose city centre
Most popular bus connections from San Jose, CA
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