4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Davis, CA
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
4 h 54 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
135 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Davis, 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 Davis, CA will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 2 buses that leave San Jose, CA for Davis, CA on Sun, Jun 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 135 km distance in an average of 4 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 54 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.
12:30 PM4h54San Jose, CA5:24 PMDavis, CA$391One-way0 transfers- 11:30 AM4h54San Jose, CA4:24 PMDavis, CA$401One-way0 transfers
- 12:30 PM4h54San Jose, CA5:24 PMDavis, CA$391One-way0 transfers
- 11:30 AM4h54San Jose, CA4:24 PMDavis, CA$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Jose, CA to Davis, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Davis, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. 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 $28, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 83 miles (135 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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 Davis, CA:
A bus is $0.92 (€0.75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Jose, CA to Davis, CA costing on average $38 (€31).
Other travel options to Davis, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 3m.
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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 Davis, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 09:24AM | Duration 4h54 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:24PM | Duration 4h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:24PM | Duration 4h54 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $50 |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Davis, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Davis, CA buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr | 4:30 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 5h18 | 9:48 AM Davis station, Davis, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 4785 AMTRAK · 720 Capitol Corridor | 4:30 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 4h54 | 9:24 AM Davis station, Davis, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 4785 AMTRAK · 724 Capitol Corridor | 4:30 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 7h04 | 11:34 AM Davis station, Davis, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Davis, CA
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Buses from San Jose, CA to Davis, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 21:19. The fastest bus covers the 83 miles (135 km) distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 83 miles (135 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 9:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
FAQs: Bus from San Jose, CA to Davis, CA
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