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Two ways to Travel from San Jose to San Francisco

Composite routes from San Jose to San Francisco

Cheapest
50 min
Car
76 km.
from $4
Other
50 min
Rideshare
76 km.
from $4.13

Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.84–$14.03

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Berryessa / North San Jose to Civic
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.29–$11.48

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.83–$70.16

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.65–$42.10

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to San Francisco is to BART which costs $7.07 - $9.78 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Jose to San Francisco is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $8.15 - $13.04 .

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and San Francisco?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Jose Diridon Station station and arriving at San Francisco. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between San Jose and San Francisco?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Berryessa / North San Jose and arriving at Civic Center / UN Plaza. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from San Jose to San Francisco?

The distance between San Jose and San Francisco is 77 km. The road distance is 77 km.

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

The best way to get from San Jose to San Francisco without a car is to bus which takes 1h and costs $3.26 - $59.78 .

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

The bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San Francisco takes 1h including transfers and departs four times a day.

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

San Jose to San Francisco bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Jose Diridon Station.

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

San Jose to San Francisco train services, operated by BART, depart from Berryessa / North San Jose station.

Train or bus from San Jose to San Francisco?

The best way to get from San Jose to San Francisco is to bus which takes 1h and costs $3.26 - $59.78 . Alternatively, you can Caltrain, which costs $9.24 - $11.96 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the San Jose to San Francisco bus arrive?

San Jose to San Francisco bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Francisco station.

Where does the San Jose to San Francisco train arrive?

San Jose to San Francisco train services, operated by BART, arrive at Civic Center / UN Plaza station.

Can I drive from San Jose to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to San Francisco is 77 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from San Jose to San Francisco.

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

Book your San Jose to San Francisco bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

There are 823+ hotels available in San Francisco. Prices start at $54.04 per night.
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