How to get from San Jose to Milpitas by bus?

From San Jose to Milpitas by bus

Take one direct bus from San Jose to Milpitas in Milpitas: take the 66 bus from Santa Teresa & Cottle (W) station to Milpitas Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The bus schedule from San Jose may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Milpitas on the Moovit app.

85min$2.50

Leaves from Santa Teresa & Cottle (W)

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Santa Teresa & Cottle (W)
ID 63177
220 yd • 3 min
2
66
Wait for bus
66
North Milpitas
3
Ride to bus station
Milpitas Transit Center
ID PS_MBRT
81 min
4
Walk to
Milpitas
Montague Expressway
90 yd • 2 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

From San Jose to Milpitas by bus and light rail

To get from San Jose to Milpitas you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one light rail line: take the 68 bus from Santa Teresa & Cottle (E) station to Santa Teresa Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BLUE LINE light rail and finally take the 20 bus from Orchard Station (S) station to Milpitas Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The bus schedule from San Jose may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Milpitas on the Moovit app.

83min$2.50

Leaves from Santa Teresa & Cottle (E)

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
San Jose
2
68
Wait for bus
68
Gilroy Transit Ctr
3
Ride to bus station
Santa Teresa Station
ID PS_STLC
4 min
4
Walk to light rail station
Santa Teresa Station
ID PS_TRSA
70 yd • 1 min
5

Wait for light rail
BLUE LINE
Baypointe
6
Ride to light rail station
Orchard Station
ID PS_ORCH
48 min
7
Walk to bus station
Orchard Station (S)
ID 61992
190 yd • 3 min
8
20
Wait for bus
20
Milpitas BART
9
Ride to bus station
Milpitas Transit Center
ID PS_MBRT
14 min
10
Walk to
Milpitas
Montague Expressway
70 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from San Jose to Milpitas

The distance between San Jose and Milpitas is approximately 16.84 mi, which can typically be travelled in 85 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Jose to Milpitas by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Milpitas – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from San Jose to Milpitas

To check the bus schedule from San Jose to Milpitas using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (San Jose) and destination (Milpitas), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

From San Jose to Milpitas by bus and light rail

83min$2.50

Leaves from Santa Teresa & Cottle (E)

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
San Jose
2
68
Wait for bus
68
Gilroy Transit Ctr
3
Ride to bus station
Santa Teresa Station
ID PS_STLC
4 min
4
Walk to light rail station
Santa Teresa Station
ID PS_TRSA
70 yd • 1 min
5

Wait for light rail
BLUE LINE
Baypointe
6
Ride to light rail station
Orchard Station
ID PS_ORCH
48 min
7
Walk to bus station
Orchard Station (S)
ID 61992
190 yd • 3 min
8
20
Wait for bus
20
Milpitas BART
9
Ride to bus station
Milpitas Transit Center
ID PS_MBRT
14 min
10
Walk to
Milpitas
Montague Expressway
70 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Milpitas?
The fastest way takes 85 minutes, using Bus line 66.
What is the alternative route to get from San Jose to Milpitas?
The alternative route takes 83 minutes, using Bus line 68, Light Rail line BLUE LINE, Bus line 20.
Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Milpitas?
Yes, there’s a direct bus going from San Jose in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Milpitas in Milpitas in 1 hr 25 min.
Which bus line goes from San Jose to Milpitas?
The 66 bus line goes from Santa Teresa & Cottle (W) station near San Jose in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to North Milpitas station near Milpitas in Milpitas.
How long does it take to travel from San Jose to Milpitas by bus?
The total travel time between San Jose and Milpitas by bus is about 1 hr 25 min.
Where do I get on the bus near San Jose to get to Milpitas?
Get on the 66 bus from the Santa Teresa & Cottle (W) stop near San Jose in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between San Jose and Milpitas?
Get off the bus at the North Milpitas stop, which is closest to Milpitas.
When is the last bus from San Jose to Milpitas?
The last bus from San Jose in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Milpitas in Milpitas is the North Milpitas - Santa Teresa Stn line. It leaves the Santa Teresa & Cottle (W) stop at 3:31 PM.
How much is the bus fare from San Jose to Milpitas?
The ride from San Jose to Milpitas costs $2.50.

Last updated on March 23, 2026

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