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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
3 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 15 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, 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 Paso Robles, CA will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, CA without transferring at least once.
11 Coast Starlight · 6241 AMTRAK10:26 AM8h19San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA6:45 PMPaso Robles Intermodal Station, Paso Robles, CA$851One-way1 transfer- 539 Capitol Corridor · 6241 AMTRAK2:47 PM3h58Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA6:45 PMPaso Robles Intermodal Station, Paso Robles, CA$1021One-way1 transfer
- 529 Capitol Corridor · 4794 AMTRAK10:39 AM4h16Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA2:55 PMPaso Robles Intermodal Station, Paso Robles, CA$1021One-way1 transfer
- 523 Capitol Corridor · 4790 AMTRAK8:17 AM4h28Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA12:45 PMPaso Robles Intermodal Station, Paso Robles, CA$1021One-way1 transfer
- 539 Capitol Corridor · 6241 AMTRAK2:47 PM3h58Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA6:45 PMPaso Robles Intermodal Station, Paso Robles, CA$1021One-way1 transfer
- 529 Capitol Corridor · 4794 AMTRAK10:39 AM4h16Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA2:55 PMPaso Robles Intermodal Station, Paso Robles, CA$1021One-way1 transfer
- 523 Capitol Corridor · 4790 AMTRAK8:17 AM4h28Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA12:45 PMPaso Robles Intermodal Station, Paso Robles, CA$1021One-way1 transfer
- 11 Coast Starlight · 6241 AMTRAK10:26 AM8h19San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA6:45 PMPaso Robles Intermodal Station, Paso Robles, CA$851One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 136 miles (219 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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$66 Average price Cheapest | $85 Average price |
4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, CA:
A bus is $18 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, CA costing on average $85 (€69).
Other travel options to Paso Robles, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 31m.
San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:17AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 4h28 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:26AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 8h19 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:39AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 4h16 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:47PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 3h58 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:17PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 4h28 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:22PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 4h33 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:47PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 5h33 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $67 |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, CA buses for today, Thursday, July 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:17 PM San Jose, CA | 4h28 | 7:45 PM Paso Robles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, CA
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Buses from San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $65 (€54) but you can travel from only $55 (€45) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 15:25. The fastest bus covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 4h 28m.
Distance 136 miles (219 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€54) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 28m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 3:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
FAQs: Bus from San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Paso Robles, 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 Paso Robles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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