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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
529 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Ontario, 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 Ontario, CA will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
Of the 2 buses that leave San Jose, CA for Ontario, CA on Thu, May 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct buses cover the 529 km distance in an average of 9 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest buses will take 9 h 50 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.
2:20 PM9h50San Jose, CA12:10 AMOntario, CA$851One-way0 transfers- 1:20 PM9h50San Jose, CA11:10 PMOntario, CA$851One-way0 transfers
- 2:20 PM9h50San Jose, CA12:10 AMOntario, CA$851One-way0 transfers
- 1:20 PM9h50San Jose, CA11:10 PMOntario, CA$851One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $84. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $84, and a flight costs an average of $282.
Distance: 328 miles (529 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$85 Average price Cheapest | $367 Average price | $254 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 56m Average total duration 11h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA:
A bus is $169 (€136) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA costing on average $254 (€205).
A bus is $282 (€228) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA costing on average $367 (€296).
Other travel options to Ontario, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 26m.
Train takes on average 11h 26m.
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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 Ontario, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA buses for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:20 PM San Jose, CA | 9h50 | 12:10 AM Ontario, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA
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Buses from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $84 (€68) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 328 miles (529 km) distance in 9h 50m.
Distance 328 miles (529 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€68) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 50m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from San Jose, CA to Ontario, CAYou can travel by bus between San Jose, CA to Ontario, CA with FlixBus for as low as $84 (€68). 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 Ontario, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Ontario, 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 Ontario, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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.
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