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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Brea, CA
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
21 h 16 m
Average duration
21 h 16 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
524 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Brea, 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 Brea, CA will cost around $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Brea, CA without transferring at least 4 times.
7:54 AM21h16San Jose, CA5:10 AMBrea, CA$811One-way4 transfers
- 7:54 AM21h16San Jose, CA5:10 AMBrea, CA$811One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Jose, CA to Brea, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Brea, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $87. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, and a flight costs an average of $387.
Distance: 325 miles (524 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$93 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price | $400 Average price |
11h 1m Average total duration 10h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 17m Average total duration 10h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration Fastest 7h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Jose, CA to Brea, CA:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Jose, CA to Brea, CA costing on average $99 (€81).
A bus is $307 (€252) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Jose, CA to Brea, CA costing on average $400 (€329).
Other travel options to Brea, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 31m.
Train takes on average 10h 47m.
San Jose, CA to Brea, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 07:51AM | Arrival Time 07:06AM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 07:54AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 21h16 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 01:39AM | Duration 12h14 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $99 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Brea, CA
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Buses from San Jose, CA to Brea, CA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 10h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $87 (€71) 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 325 miles (524 km) distance in 9h 5m.
Distance 325 miles (524 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€71) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 5m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: Santa Clara VTA from San Jose, CA to Brea, CAYou can travel by bus between San Jose, CA to Brea, CA with Santa Clara VTA for as low as $87 (€71). 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 Brea, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Brea, 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 Brea, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular bus stations from San Jose, CA to Brea, CA
Most San Jose, CA to Brea, CA buses use the San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) to Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) station pair. Use this guide to compare San Jose, CA and Brea, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) from San Jose city centre
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