Bus Tickets from San Jose, US to Tucson

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  • Departure time: October 5 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: October 6 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: E Broadway Blvd
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: October 5 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: October 6 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: E Broadway Blvd
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: October 5 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: October 6 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: Tucson Downtown
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: October 5 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: October 6 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: U of A
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: October 5 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: October 6 at
    Destination city: Tucson
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Tucson

Bus
Average PriceUS$65 - US$216Average Duration20h 5m
29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$204 - US$211Average Duration21h 12m
104kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to Tucson

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 20 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
20h 5mAverage Duration
US$65Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose, US to Tucson: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$93
Average Bus Trip Duration20h 5m
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure12:40am
Distance1149 km
Latest bus departure11:10pm

San Jose to Tucson Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Tucson

  1. What is the travel distance from San Jose to Tucson?

    It's about 1147 km (711 miles) from San Jose to Tucson.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Jose to Tucson?

    Buses departing from Santiago Express San Jose in San Jose will take you to S 12th Ave in Tucson.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$90
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US$105
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US$81
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Tucson was searched and found on Sep 5, 2025 with a price of US$81

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Jose, US to Tucson, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$81 to US$158 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$81 which is on 2025-09-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Jose and Tucson!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Jose to Tucson, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Jose to Tucson will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Jose to Tucson while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Tucson?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to San Jose, US by bus?

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You can also go to Tucson by train

Train from San Jose, US to Tucson

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