The cheapest and fastest trains from Garden Grove, CA to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$125
Fastest journey
10 h 32 m
Average duration
10 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
534 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Garden Grove, 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 Garden Grove, CA to San Jose, CA will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 1 trains that leave Garden Grove, CA for San Jose, CA on Wed, Feb 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 25 the direct trains cover the 534 km distance in an average of 10 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 32 m .
On Wed, Feb 25 the slowest trains will take 10 h 32 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 bus, train, and flight for Garden Grove, CA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Garden Grove, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $89. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $89, and a flight costs an average of $292.
Distance: 331 miles (534 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$125 Average price | $321 Average price | $90 Average price Cheapest |
11h 2m Average total duration 10h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 41m Average total duration Fastest 5h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Garden Grove, CA to San Jose, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Garden Grove, CA to San Jose, CA trains for today, Tuesday, February 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:18 PM Garden Grove, CA | 10h32 | 12:50 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Garden Grove, CA to San Jose, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Garden Grove, CA to San Jose, CA
Trains from Garden Grove, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 19 times per day, taking around 10h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $125 (€100) but you can travel from only $89 (€71) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 331 miles (534 km) distance in 10h 32m.
Distance 331 miles (534 km) |
Average train duration 10h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $125 (€100) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 10h 32m |
First train 06:20 |
Last train 23:45 |
FAQs: Trains from Garden Grove, CA to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Garden Grove, 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 Garden Grove, 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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