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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA
Cheapest price
$165
Average price
$165
Fastest journey
23 h 45 m
Average duration
23 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1103 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA will cost around $165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $165.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA without transferring at least 2 times.
12:25 PM23h45San Jose, CA12:10 PMTacoma, WA$1651One-way2 transfers
- 12:25 PM23h45San Jose, CA12:10 PMTacoma, WA$1651One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $132. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $132, and a bus costs an average of $132.
Distance: 685 miles (1103 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$355 Average price | $209 Average price Cheapest | $300 Average price | $162 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
35h 45m Average total duration 35h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 10m Average total duration 22h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA:
A train is $90 (€74) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA costing on average $300 (€246).
A train is $146 (€119) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA costing on average $355 (€291).
Other travel options to Tacoma, WA take longer:
Train takes on average 22h 40m.
Bus takes on average 35h 15m.
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San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 35h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 23h45 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $165 |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:25 PM San Jose, CA | 23h45 | 12:10 PM Tacoma, WA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA
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Buses from San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 35h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $132 (€108) but you can travel from only $132 (€108) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:55, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 685 miles (1103 km) distance in 35h 15m.
Distance 685 miles (1103 km) |
Average bus duration 35h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $132 (€108) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 35h 15m |
First bus 12:55 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 63 days |
FAQs: Bus from San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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