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Compare bus and train for Fayetteville, NC to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fayetteville, NC to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $273. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 72h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $273, and a train costs an average of $911.
Distance: 2382 miles (3835 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$911 Average price | $334 Average price Cheapest | $578 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
90h 47m Average total duration 90h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 72h 47m Average total duration Fastest 72h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Fayetteville, NC to San Jose, CA:
A bus is $577 (€461) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fayetteville, NC to San Jose, CA costing on average $911 (€728).
Other travel options to San Jose, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 90h 17m.
Tickets start at around $911 (€728) compared to roughly $578 (€462) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-333.20 (€-266.28). The journey takes 90h 17m versus 40h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Fayetteville, NC to San Jose, CA by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fayetteville, NC to San Jose, CA
Trains from Fayetteville, NC to San Jose, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 90h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $911 (€728) but you can travel from only $273 (€218) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:57, the last at 04:57. The fastest train covers the 2382 miles (3835 km) distance in 109h 17m.
Distance 2382 miles (3835 km) |
Average train duration 90h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $911 (€728) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 109h 17m |
First train 4:57 AM |
Last train 4:57 AM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fayetteville, NC to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fayetteville, NC and San Jose, CA from $273 (€218). 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 Fayetteville, NC to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fayetteville, NC 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 Fayetteville, NC to San Jose, CA
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Several local bus lines available
- 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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