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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Orange, CA
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$114
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 18 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
538 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Orange, 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 Orange, CA will cost around $114 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 12 buses that leave San Jose, CA for Orange, CA on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 538 km distance in an average of 10 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 11 h 28 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to Orange, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Orange, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €141.
Distance: 334 miles (538 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€59 Average price Cheapest | €75 Average price | €233 Average price |
8h 23m Average total duration Fastest 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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San Jose, CA to Orange, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:02AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 12h58 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 08:48PM | Duration 11h28 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:47PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 13h43 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:48PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 12h42 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $119 |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Orange, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Orange, CA buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:20 PM San Jose, CA | 11h40 | 4:00 AM Orange, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
| 8:55 AM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 9h05 | 6:00 PM Santa Ana, E Santa Ana Blvd (Train Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:55 AM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 8h40 | 5:35 PM Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Orange, CA
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Buses from San Jose, CA to Orange, CA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 7h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $53 (€43) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 334 miles (538 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 334 miles (538 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€43) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from San Jose, CA to Orange, CAYou can travel by bus between San Jose, CA to Orange, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $53 (€43). 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 Orange, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Orange, 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 Orange, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- 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.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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