How to travel from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV

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Compare bus and flight for San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $139 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $139, while a flight costs an average of $653.

Distance: 382 miles (616 km)

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$653

Average price

$139

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Cheapest

$105

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6h 55m

Average total duration

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4h 55m

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14h 7m

Average total duration

13h 37m

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30m

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10h 21m

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1.8 - 3.7kg

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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The cheapest way to travel from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV is a bus with an average price of $139 (€117).

This is compared to other travel options from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV:

A bus is $514 (€432) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV costing on average $653 (€549).

The fastest way to travel from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 55m.

Other travel options to Las Vegas, NV take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between San Jose, CA and Las Vegas, NV including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $139 (€117) compared to roughly $105 (€88) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-33.78 (€-28.36). The journey takes 13h 37m versus 10h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV

How to get from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greyhound ·
    3:05 PM14h45
    San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station)
    5:50 AMLas Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV
    $1781One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Greyhound ·
    3:05 PM14h45
    San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station)
    5:50 AMLas Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV
    $1781One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • frontier airlinesF91590
    9:02 PM1h28
    Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
    10:30 PMHarry Reid International Airport
    $2571One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Greyhound ·
    12:35 AM13h45
    San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station)
    2:20 PMLas Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV
    $2341One-way
    1 transfer
  • frontier airlinesF92458 · F92334
    2:15 PM3h37
    Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
    5:52 PMHarry Reid International Airport
    $2281One-way
    1 transfer
  • frontier airlinesF92458 · F92264
    2:15 PM9h02
    Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
    11:17 PMHarry Reid International Airport
    $2341One-way
    1 transfer
  • frontier airlinesF92458 · F93292
    2:15 PM22h24
    Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
    12:39 PMHarry Reid International Airport
    $2341One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV

Travel to Las Vegas, NV easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV.

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There are 2 options to travel between San Jose, CA and Las Vegas, NV including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV is a bus with an average price of $139 (€117).

This is compared to other travel options from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV:

A bus is $514 (€432) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV costing on average $653 (€549).

The fastest way to travel from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 55m.

Other travel options to Las Vegas, NV take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 7m.

The distance from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV is approximately 382 miles (616 km).
The average frequency per day from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV is:
  • Around 73 flights per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between San Jose, CA and Las Vegas, NV as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV:
  • Flights mostly depart from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport and arrive in Harry Reid International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station) and arrive in Las Vegas, Lv All In Shuttle LLC, NV.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United, CitizenPlane, skywest airlines, frontier airlines, Spirit Airlines to go to Las Vegas, NV by flight.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Las Vegas, NV by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV:
  • 1 direct flights per day with CitizenPlane, frontier airlines, Spirit Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from San Jose, CA to Las Vegas, NV often also extend their vacation to go to Los Angeles, CA, Salt Lake City, UT, San Francisco, CA, Seattle, WA, San Diego, CA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Las Vegas, NV and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Las Vegas, NV to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Las Vegas, NV, you can explore the High Roller for panoramic views, visit the Mob Museum to learn about organized crime history, and experience breathtaking acrobatics at a Cirque du Soleil show. Try your luck at various casinos or enjoy a helicopter tour over the Strip for a unique aerial perspective. Don't miss the vibrant Strip with its iconic entertainment venues, the mesmerizing Bellagio Fountains, and the Fremont Street Experience with its LED canopy. Visit the Neon Museum to see preserved Las Vegas signs, and explore the stunning hiking trails of Red Rock Canyon just outside the city.
A 3 to 4-day trip to Las Vegas, NV is typically sufficient to explore major attractions, enjoy entertainment, and experience the vibrant nightlife.

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