The cheapest and fastest trains from Glendale, CA to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
$163
Average price
$163
Fastest journey
10 h 20 m
Average duration
10 h 20 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glendale, 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 Glendale, CA to San Jose, CA will cost around $163 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $163.
It's difficult to get from Glendale, CA to San Jose, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Glendale, CA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glendale, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, and a flight costs an average of $217.
Distance: 300 miles (484 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$103 Average price | $298 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest |
11h 38m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration Fastest 5h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 39m Average total duration 9h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Glendale, CA to San Jose, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Glendale, CA to San Jose, CA trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5715 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 747 Capitol Corridor | 3:10 PM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 11h47 | 2:57 AM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 2 transfers | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK · 748 Capitol Corridor | 4:26 PM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 10h44 | 3:10 AM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
![]() | 9:26 AM Glendale, CA | 10h20 | 7:46 PM San Jose, CA | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glendale, CA to San Jose, CA
Trains from Glendale, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 11h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€68) but you can travel from only $76 (€62) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 300 miles (484 km) distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 300 miles (484 km) |
Average train duration 11h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€68) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 9h 0m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Jan - Mar |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 28 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Glendale, CA to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Glendale, CA and San Jose, CA from $76 (€62). 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 Glendale, CA to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glendale, 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 Glendale, CA to San Jose, CA
- Yoshinoya
- 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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