Bus San Jose, CA to Philadelphia: Compare prices and save money

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

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

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Wednesday

$205

Thursday

$204

Friday

$213

Saturday

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	73h 20m	8:40 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	1:00 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$205	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 7/29/2026 8:40:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $205 per person are available. Travel duration is 73h 20m
Greyhound US	76h 35m	12:35 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	8:10 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$230	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 7/29/2026 12:35:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 8/1/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $230 per person are available. Travel duration is 76h 35m
FlixBus	84h 35m	4:35 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	8:10 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$250	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 7/29/2026 4:35:00 PM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $250 per person are available. Travel duration is 84h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	73h 20m	8:40 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	1:00 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$204	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 7/30/2026 8:40:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 1:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $204 per person are available. Travel duration is 73h 20m
Greyhound US	76h 25m	3:05 PM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	10:30 PM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$220	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 7/30/2026 3:05:00 PM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $220 per person are available. Travel duration is 76h 25m
Greyhound US	76h 35m	12:35 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	8:10 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station	Economy	$238	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 7/30/2026 12:35:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 8/2/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $238 per person are available. Travel duration is 76h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	89h 5m	5:45 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	1:50 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station		Economy	$213	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 7/31/2026 5:45:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 8/4/2026 1:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $213 per person are available. Travel duration is 89h 5m
	Greyhound US	76h 35m	12:35 AM	San Jose, CA	Bus Stop	8:10 AM	Philadelphia	Spring Garden St Station		Economy	$279	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, San Jose, CA (USA) at 7/31/2026 12:35:00 AM to Spring Garden St Station, Philadelphia (USA) arriving at 8/3/2026 8:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $279 per person are available. Travel duration is 76h 35m

Frequency of bus connections between San Jose, CA and Philadelphia

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

Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from San Jose, CA to Philadelphia. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between San Jose, CA and Philadelphia.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 4 buses from San Jose, CA to Philadelphia, while Morning sees the fewest connections between San Jose, CA and Philadelphia, with 2 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 8/12/2026 costs just $138, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from San Jose, CA to Philadelphia

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from San Jose, CA to Philadelphia in one click! Book your bus ticket from San Jose, CA to Philadelphia starting from $138!

Cheapest Bus	$138
Fastest Bus	76h 20m
Earliest Bus	12:35 AM
Latest Bus	5:45 AM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	2,499.8 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from San Jose, CA to Philadelphia

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave San Jose, CA for Philadelphia: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

Wednesday 07/29

$205

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

$213

Saturday 08/01

Sunday 08/02

$203

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

$199

Saturday 08/08

$159

Sunday 08/09

$182

Monday 08/10

$150

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

$138

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

Sunday 08/16

Monday 08/17

Tuesday 08/18

Wednesday 08/19

Thursday 08/20

Friday 08/21

Saturday 08/22

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

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

With a price starting from $138, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from San Jose, CA to Philadelphia. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $204.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from San Jose, CA to Philadelphia, with $138. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $220.

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

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 San Jose, CA to Philadelphia 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 San Jose, CA to Philadelphia, 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 San Jose, CA to Philadelphia are also emptier.

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

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

Bus Stop

Crandall St 598

McLaughlin & William Bus Stop

E William St 1118

Tamien

East side pickup area

Diridon Station

Cahill St 65

Central Bus Station

Filbert St 1001

Market St

Spring Garden St Station

Spring Garden St & 2nd St

JFK & Broad

John F Kennedy Blvd 1401

30th Street Station

Market St 2955

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

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

FAQs about the San Jose, CA to Philadelphia bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $138 and takes 76h 20m to reach Philadelphia. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $138 and $279. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Philadelphia.

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

Every day, the San Jose, CA to Philadelphia bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from San Jose, CA to Philadelphia is offered by FlixBus and takes 76h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $205. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Philadelphia from San Jose, CA starts at 12:35 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 San Jose, CA to Philadelphia?

The latest bus trip departing from San Jose, CA for Philadelphia starts at 5:45 AM. 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 San Jose, CA Philadelphia route?

When traveling by bus from San Jose, CA to Philadelphia, passengers can travel with 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 San Jose, CA and Philadelphia?

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

What can I take with me on the San Jose, CA to Philadelphia 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 San Jose, CA Philadelphia 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 San Jose, CA Philadelphia 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 San Jose, CA to Philadelphia on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to San Jose, CA and to Philadelphia

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