Bus Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA from various bus operators like Tufesa International, Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$62

tomorrow

$62

Monday

$59

Tuesday

$58

Wednesday

$50

Thursday

$47

Friday

$57

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Tufesa International	6h 0m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:15 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/25/2026 10:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 4:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Tufesa International	4h 35m	3:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	7:40 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/25/2026 3:05:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Tufesa International	5h 25m	3:30 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	8:55 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/25/2026 3:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
Tufesa International	6h 30m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:45 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/25/2026 10:15:00 AM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Tufesa International	4h 55m	3:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	8:00 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/25/2026 3:05:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/25/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Tufesa International	6h 30m	10:45 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	5:15 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/26/2026 10:45:00 AM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Tufesa International	4h 55m	3:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	8:00 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/26/2026 3:05:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
FlixBus	10h 15m	9:30 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	7:45 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$63	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/26/2026 9:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
Greyhound US	11h 20m	5:10 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	4:30 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$72	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/26/2026 5:10:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/26/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $72 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
Greyhound US	12h 25m	5:10 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Truxtun Ave	5:35 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$91	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/26/2026 5:10:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $91 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	12h 10m	2:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Amtrak Terminal	2:25 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$59	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak Terminal, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/27/2026 2:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Tufesa International	6h 30m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:45 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/27/2026 10:15:00 AM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Tufesa International	4h 55m	3:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	8:00 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/27/2026 3:05:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Tufesa International	5h 45m	3:30 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	9:15 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/27/2026 3:30:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m
Greyhound US	11h 20m	5:10 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Amtrak Terminal	4:30 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$74	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak Terminal, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/27/2026 5:10:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/27/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $74 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	11h 20m	5:10 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Amtrak Terminal	4:30 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$58	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak Terminal, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/28/2026 5:10:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m
Tufesa International	6h 0m	10:45 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:45 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/28/2026 10:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Tufesa International	4h 35m	3:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	7:40 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/28/2026 3:05:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Tufesa International	5h 25m	3:30 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	8:55 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/28/2026 3:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/28/2026 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	10h 15m	9:30 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Amtrak Terminal	7:45 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Amtrak Terminal, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/29/2026 9:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
Tufesa International	6h 30m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:45 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/29/2026 10:15:00 AM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Tufesa International	4h 55m	3:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	8:00 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/29/2026 3:05:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Greyhound US	11h 20m	5:10 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Amtrak Terminal	4:30 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$83	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak Terminal, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/29/2026 5:10:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $83 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	12h 10m	2:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Amtrak Terminal	2:25 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$47	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Amtrak Terminal, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/30/2026 2:15:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 2:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Tufesa International	6h 30m	10:15 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:45 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/30/2026 10:15:00 AM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 30m
Tufesa International	4h 55m	3:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	8:00 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/30/2026 3:05:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 55m
Tufesa International	5h 45m	3:30 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	9:15 PM	San Jose, CA	McLaughlin & William Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/30/2026 3:30:00 PM to McLaughlin & William Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:15:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	10h 15m	9:30 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Amtrak Terminal	7:45 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$57	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Amtrak Terminal, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/31/2026 9:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
Tufesa International	6h 0m	10:45 AM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	4:45 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/31/2026 10:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 4:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 0m
Tufesa International	4h 35m	3:05 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	7:40 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/31/2026 3:05:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
Tufesa International	5h 25m	3:30 PM	Bakersfield, CA	Bus Stop	8:55 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	Economy	$62	A Bus from Tufesa International goes from Bus Stop, Bakersfield, CA (USA) at 7/31/2026 3:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) arriving at 7/31/2026 8:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $62 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA is $47 on 7/30/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA

See here how frequent the connections between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 25 buses from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA, while Night sees the fewest connections between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA, with 10 offers.

Facts about the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Compare all providers like Tufesa International, Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 7 times every day by bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA starting from $47!

Cheapest Bus	$47
Fastest Bus	4h 35m
Earliest Bus	10:15 AM
Latest Bus	3:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	7 Ø
Distance	209.8 miles
Bus Companies	Tufesa International, Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Every day, 7 buses from 3 bus companies leave Bakersfield, CA for San Jose, CA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$62

Sunday 07/26

$62

Monday 07/27

$65

Tuesday 07/28

$62

Wednesday 07/29

$62

Thursday 07/30

$65

Friday 07/31

$65

Saturday 08/01

$62

Sunday 08/02

$62

Monday 08/03

$65

Tuesday 08/04

$65

Wednesday 08/05

$65

Thursday 08/06

$62

Friday 08/07

$62

Saturday 08/08

$62

Sunday 08/09

$62

Monday 08/10

$65

Tuesday 08/11

$65

Wednesday 08/12

$65

Thursday 08/13

$65

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $47, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $62.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA, with $47. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $62.

How to save money travelling from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA.

Bus Stop

18th St 1820

Park & Ride/McKee Rd.

Chamberlain

Chamberlain Ave

Wible Rd & Valley Plaza Entrance

Intersection of Wible Rd and the Valley Plaza entrance

Bus Stop

Crandall St 598

McLaughlin & William Bus Stop

E William St 1118

Tamien

East side pickup area

Diridon Station

Cahill St 65

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA? Or which bus companies serve the route Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA bus

How much does a Bakersfield, CA San Jose, CA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $47 and takes 12h 10m to reach San Jose, CA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA?

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $47 and $91. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to San Jose, CA.

On average, how many connections are available from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA each day?

Every day, the Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA bus route is served by approximately 7 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA take?

The fastest bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA is offered by Tufesa International and takes 4h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $62. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA?

The earliest bus arriving in San Jose, CA from Bakersfield, CA starts at 10:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA?

The latest bus trip departing from Bakersfield, CA for San Jose, CA starts at 3:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Bakersfield, CA San Jose, CA route?

When traveling by bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA, passengers can travel with Tufesa International, Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA?

You can check all the direct connections between Bakersfield, CA and San Jose, CA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Tufesa International, Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Bakersfield, CA San Jose, CA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Bakersfield, CA San Jose, CA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bakersfield, CA to San Jose, CA

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Bakersfield, CA and to San Jose, CA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bakersfield, CA and to San Jose, CA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!