- Must visit
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Cheapest price on Oct 29
$813
Average ticket price on Oct 29
$813
Fastest journey on Oct 29
3 d 20 h 11 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
3 d 20 h 11 m
Buses on Oct 29
1
Distance
4102 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY will cost around $813 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $813.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to New York, NY without transferring at least 4 times.

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Buses from San Jose, CA to New York, NY run on average 5 times per day, taking around 71h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $196 (€165) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 2548 miles (4102 km) distance in 70h 5m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from San Jose, CA to New York, NY.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 79h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $258 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 07:49AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 92h11 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $813 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 78h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 76h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $277 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 77h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $293 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 87h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $649 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 89h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $272 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 96h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $258 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 87h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $211 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 79h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $342 |
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to New York, NY buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ · · | 8:15 AM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 76h40 | 3:55 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 8:15 AM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 77h50 | 5:05 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 8:15 AM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 76h20 | 3:35 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 8:15 AM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 77h45 | 5:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 8:15 AM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 77h35 | 4:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 8:15 AM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 82h15 | 9:30 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 3:05 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 88h00 | 9:05 AM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 3:05 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 78h00 | 12:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 3:05 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 95h55 | 5:00 PM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 3:05 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 89h50 | 10:55 AM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 3:05 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 85h45 | 6:50 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 3:05 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 97h10 | 6:15 PM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 3:05 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 77h45 | 11:50 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 3:05 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 96h40 | 5:45 PM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 3:05 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 78h45 | 12:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 3:05 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 86h45 | 7:50 AM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 4:55 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 90h35 | 1:30 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 4:55 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 88h40 | 11:35 AM New York, W 37th Street / 7th Ave (Sprinter Bus Drop Off), NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 4:55 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 86h50 | 9:45 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 4:55 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 87h05 | 10:00 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 4:55 PM San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) | 88h00 | 10:55 AM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 5 transfers | |
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![]() | 7:49 AM San Jose, CA | 92h11 | 4:00 AM New York, NY | 4 transfers | |
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World-renowned museum spanning ancient to modern art. Highlights include masterworks, global collections, and the dramatic Fifth Avenue setting.
Leading museum of modern and contemporary art, home to influential works by Van Gogh, Picasso, Warhol, and many others.
Major American art museum inside a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece. Its spiral galleries make the building itself part of the experience.
Vast urban park with lakes, meadows, museums, and scenic paths. It is the city’s classic outdoor escape and a true must-see.
Elevated park built on a former rail line, offering gardens, public art, and fresh perspectives on the West Side.
Bright, busy crossroads famous for giant screens, theaters, and nonstop energy. It is overwhelming, iconic, and quintessentially New York.
A thin, foldable slice with crisp crust and tangy tomato sauce. It is the city’s iconic fast meal, shaped by generations of neighborhood pizzerias.
A hand-rolled boiled and baked bagel, often topped with cream cheese and lox. New York water and long-standing bagel shops made it a city staple.
Salt-cured beef steamed until tender, usually served on rye with mustard. It is a classic Jewish deli sandwich strongly tied to New York food culture.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant highlighting contemporary American cuisine with refined tasting menus. Elegant setting and one of the city’s landmark tables.
Legendary coal-oven pizzeria serving classic New York pies in a casual, bustling setting. A long-standing favorite for an old-school slice experience.
Historic Jewish deli famed for towering pastrami sandwiches and classic counter service. Busy, traditional, and deeply tied to Lower East Side food culture.
Very high costs for hotels, dining, and attractions; transit is moderate, but overall NYC is pricier than most US and global city breaks.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis: 15-20%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2 for drinks.
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Most San Jose, CA to New York, NY buses use the San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) to New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station station pair, with some services arriving at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.. Use this guide to compare San Jose, CA and New York, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) is 1 km from San Jose city centre. Public transport options include:
San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Various food options available inside the station.
Wi-Fi is available at San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station). ATMs are aTMs located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station).
Available at San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station is 16 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several eateries within the station including fast food.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station. ATMs are available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station.
Available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station: Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. is 4 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.: Elevators, ramps.
New York, 28 Allen St. is 1 km from New York city centre. Public transport options include:
New York, 28 Allen St. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Various dining options nearby on Allen St.
Wi-Fi is available at New York, 28 Allen St.. ATMs are available at New York, 28 Allen St..
Ticket office support is available at New York, 28 Allen St..
Available at New York, 28 Allen St.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New York, 28 Allen St.: Ramp access available for buses.
Check bus stations information for San Jose, CA and New York, NY, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.