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

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Fresno is to bus which costs $19 - $35 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Fresno is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs $19 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Fresno?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant and arriving at Fresno, CA. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from San Jose to Fresno?

The distance between San Jose and Fresno is 149 miles. The road distance is 149.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Jose to Fresno without a car is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs $19 - $35.

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

The bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to Fresno, CA takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs five times a day.

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

San Jose to Fresno bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant station.

Where does the San Jose to Fresno bus arrive?

San Jose to Fresno bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Fresno, CA station.

Can I drive from San Jose to Fresno?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Fresno is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from San Jose to Fresno.

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

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Where can I stay near Fresno?

There are 137+ hotels available in Fresno.

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There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to Fresno by bus, car, train, or plane

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best
1. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to Fresno, CAbus San Jose
2h 45m
$19–35
Drive 148.8 mi
1. Drive from San Jose to Fresnocar 148.8 mi
2h 45m
$28–40
Caltrain, fly
1. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)plane SFO - FAT
4h 28m
$127–471

San Jose to Fresno by bus

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Distance: 148.2 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

Tufesa operates a bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to Fresno, CA 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Tufesa Mexico also services this route once daily.

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