What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to California?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to California is to bus via Tully & King which costs $45 - $65 and takes 6h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to California?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to California is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $490 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and California?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Jose Fronteras and arriving at Downtown Los Angeles. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 30m.

Is there a direct train between San Jose and California?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Jose and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 45m.

How far is it from San Jose to California?

The distance between San Jose and California is 314 miles. The road distance is 340.1 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose to California without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose to California without a car is to bus via Tully & King which takes 6h 57m and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to California?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from San Jose to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose to California bus from?

San Jose to California bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from San Jose Fronteras station.

Where do I catch the San Jose to California train from?

San Jose to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train, bus or fly from San Jose to California?

The best way to get from San Jose to California is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $490 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Tully & King, which costs $45 - $65 and takes 6h 57m, you could also train, which costs $130 - $280 and takes 10h 45m.

Where does the San Jose to California bus arrive?

San Jose to California bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Downtown Los Angeles station.

Where does the San Jose to California train arrive?

San Jose to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from San Jose to California?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to California is 340 miles. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from San Jose to California.

How do I get a train ticket from San Jose to California?

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How do I get a bus ticket from San Jose to California?

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There are 5 ways to get from San Jose to California by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane SJC - BUR
3h 48m
$498–762
Bus via Tully & King
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Jose, CA - Huong Lan Sandwich to Los Angeles, CA - Chinatown Stationbus San Jose
6h 57m
$48–65
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Jose to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
10h 45m
$130–280
Drive 338.2 mi
1. Drive from San Jose to Los Angelescar 338.2 mi
5h 45m
$62–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Jose Fronteras to Downtown Los Angelesbus San Jose
9h 30m
$60–120

San Jose to California by bus

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Distance: 312.5 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and California, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Hoang Express operates a bus from San Jose, CA - Huong Lan Sandwich to Los Angeles, CA - Chinatown Station once daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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