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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Montclair, CA
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 4 m
Average duration
1 d 6 h 4 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
525 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Montclair, 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 Montclair, CA will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Montclair, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
7:51 AM30h04San Jose, CA1:55 PMMontclair, CA$731One-way2 transfers
- 7:51 AM30h04San Jose, CA1:55 PMMontclair, CA$731One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Jose, CA to Montclair, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Montclair, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $73, and a train costs an average of $177.
Distance: 326 miles (525 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$74 Average price Cheapest | $177 Average price | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 15m Average total duration Fastest 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 50m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Jose, CA to Montclair, CA:
A bus is $103 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Jose, CA to Montclair, CA costing on average $177 (€143).
Other travel options to Montclair, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 20m.
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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 Montclair, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 07:51AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 30h04 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 07:54AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 30h01 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 07:59AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 29h56 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Montclair, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Montclair, CA buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:51 AM San Jose, CA | 30h04 | 1:55 PM Montclair, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Montclair, CA
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Buses from San Jose, CA to Montclair, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $73 (€59) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 21:05. The fastest bus covers the 326 miles (525 km) distance in 29h 56m.
Distance 326 miles (525 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€59) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 29h 56m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 9:05 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Santa Clara VTA from San Jose, CA to Montclair, CAYou can travel by bus between San Jose, CA to Montclair, CA with FlixBus, Santa Clara VTA for as low as $73 (€59). 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 Montclair, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Montclair, 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 Montclair, 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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