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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Santa Cruz, CA
Cheapest price on Sep 14
lei66
Average ticket price on Sep 14
lei66
Fastest journey on Sep 14
1 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
1 h 39 m
Buses on Sep 14
3
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA will cost around lei66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only lei66.
On Mon, Sep 14, we found 3 buses from San Jose, CA to Santa Cruz, CA, including 3 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 14 the direct buses cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
On Mon, Sep 14 the slowest buses will take 1 h 42 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.
4:17 PM1h42San Jose, CA5:59 PMSanta Cruz, CAlei661One-way0 transfers- 3:17 PM1h42San Jose, CA4:59 PMSanta Cruz, CAlei661One-way0 transfers
- 2:55 AM1h33San Jose, CA4:28 AMSanta Cruz, CAlei671One-way0 transfers
- 2:55 AM1h33San Jose, CA4:28 AMSanta Cruz, CAlei671One-way0 transfers
- 4:17 PM1h42San Jose, CA5:59 PMSanta Cruz, CAlei661One-way0 transfers
- 3:17 PM1h42San Jose, CA4:59 PMSanta Cruz, CAlei661One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for San Jose, CA to Santa Cruz, CA
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Distance: 26 miles (42 km)
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lei31 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
41m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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San Jose, CA to Santa Cruz, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 04:28AM | Duration 1h33 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price lei66 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 05:28AM | Duration 1h33 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price lei66 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:57AM | Arrival Time 10:41AM | Duration 1h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei67 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:47AM | Arrival Time 01:38PM | Duration 1h51 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei67 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:17PM | Arrival Time 04:59PM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price lei65 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:47PM | Arrival Time 05:19PM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei67 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:17PM | Arrival Time 05:59PM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price lei65 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:47PM | Arrival Time 08:38PM | Duration 1h51 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price lei67 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:57PM | Arrival Time 10:13PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price lei67 |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Santa Cruz, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Santa Cruz, CA buses for today, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 723 Capitol Corridor · 6973 AMTRAK | 8:57 AM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 1h44 | 10:41 AM Santa Cruz, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 729 Capitol Corridor · 6979 AMTRAK | 11:47 AM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 1h51 | 1:38 PM Santa Cruz, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 741 Capitol Corridor · 6987 AMTRAK | 3:47 PM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 1h32 | 5:19 PM Santa Cruz, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 14 | |||||
| 2:55 AM San Jose, CA | 1h33 | 4:28 AM Santa Cruz, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, September 13 | |||||
| 747 Capitol Corridor · 6967 AMTRAK | 7:57 PM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 2h16 | 10:13 PM Santa Cruz, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Santa Cruz, CA
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Take a bus from San Jose, CA to Santa Cruz, CA and enjoy the approximately 26 miles (42 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 04:55, the last at 19:58.
Distance 26 miles (42 km) |
First bus 4:55 AM |
Last bus 7:58 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 28 days |
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