The cheapest and fastest trains from Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
68 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 5 trains that leave Berkeley, CA for San Jose, CA on Tue, Mar 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 10 the direct trains cover the 68 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Tue, Mar 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 42 miles (68 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$21 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA trains for today, Monday, March 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
539 NA | 8:29 PM Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 1h35 | 10:04 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
539 NA | 8:29 PM Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 1h18 | 9:47 PM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
543 Capitol Corridor | 10:57 PM Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 1h22 | 12:19 AM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
543 Capitol Corridor | 10:57 PM Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 1h38 | 12:35 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, March 10 | |||||
547 Capitol Corridor | 1:37 AM Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 1h18 | 2:55 AM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
547 Capitol Corridor | 1:37 AM Berkeley Station, Berkeley, CA | 1h37 | 3:14 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:44 AM Berkeley, CA | 1h31 | 7:15 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:44 AM Berkeley, CA | 1h30 | 8:14 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:17 AM Berkeley, CA | 1h36 | 9:53 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:06 AM Berkeley, CA | 1h39 | 10:45 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:29 PM Berkeley, CA | 1h36 | 3:05 PM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA
Trains from Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $9 (€7) by bus.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 23:29. The fastest train covers the 42 miles (68 km) distance in 1h 32m.
Distance 42 miles (68 km) |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 15 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 1h 32m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 23:29 |
Cheapest month Jul |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Thu |
Least busy day Thu |
Best day to book ahead 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Berkeley, CA and San Jose, CA from $9 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Jose, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berkeley, CA to San Jose, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
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