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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Madera, CA
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
168 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Madera, 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 Madera, CA will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Madera, CA without transferring at least once.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Jose, CA to Madera, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Madera, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, and a flight costs an average of $554.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$40 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price | $799 Average price |
4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 21m Average total duration 11h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Jose, CA to Madera, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Madera, CA buses for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:45 PM San Jose, CA | 5h45 | 6:30 PM Madera, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Madera, CA
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Buses from San Jose, CA to Madera, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:10, the last at 18:29. The fastest bus covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 33m |
First bus 06:10 |
Last bus 18:29 |
Cheapest month Jul |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Oct - Dec |
Best day to book ahead 7 days |
Bus providers: Santa Clara VTA, Tufesa Mexico from San Jose, CA to Madera, CAYou can travel by bus between San Jose, CA to Madera, CA with Santa Clara VTA, Tufesa Mexico for as low as $31 (€25). 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 Madera, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Madera, 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 Madera, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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