Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA train from $29 (€24) with Amtrak

Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA

Showing times and prices for Sep 11

Cheapest

$74

Average

$81

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

761 Pacific Surfliner

07:13AM9h37

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

04:50PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

$741One-way

1 transfer

2nd Cheapest

5815 AMTRAK

09:25AM9h10

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

06:35PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

$751One-way

2 transfers

761 Pacific Surfliner

07:13AM10h57

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

06:10PMSanta Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA

$811One-way

2 transfers

14 Coast Starlight

09:51AM9h55

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

$831One-way

0 transfers

5715 AMTRAK

09:15AM11h01

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

08:16PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

$911One-way

2 transfers

Train schedule from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 11

Amtrak

761 Pacific Surfliner

07:13AM10h57

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

06:10PMSanta Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA

2 transfers

Amtrak

761 Pacific Surfliner

07:13AM9h37

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

04:50PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

1 transfer

Amtrak

765 Pacific Surfliner

09:13AM10h33

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

1 transfer

Amtrak

5715 AMTRAK

09:15AM11h01

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

08:16PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

2 transfers

Amtrak

5715 AMTRAK

09:15AM10h43

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

07:58PMSanta Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA

2 transfers

Amtrak

5815 AMTRAK

09:25AM9h10

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

06:35PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

2 transfers

Amtrak

14 Coast Starlight

09:51AM9h55

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA

Showing times and prices for Sep 11

Fastest Journey

9 h 10 m

Average

10 h 16 m

Trains per day

Distance

492 km

Of the 7 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for San Jose, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

5815 AMTRAK

09:25AM9h10

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

06:35PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

$751One-way

2 transfers

2nd Fastest

761 Pacific Surfliner

07:13AM9h37

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

04:50PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

$741One-way

1 transfer

14 Coast Starlight

09:51AM9h55

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

$831One-way

0 transfers

765 Pacific Surfliner

09:13AM10h33

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA

$961One-way

1 transfer

5715 AMTRAK

09:15AM10h43

Union Station, Los Angeles, CA

07:58PMSanta Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA

$911One-way

2 transfers

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Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA

Distance	305 miles (492 km)
Average train duration	9 h 10 min
Average train ticket price	$96 (€82)
Train frequency	1 a day
Direct train	Yes, there is 1 direct train a day
Train providers	Amtrak

Trains from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA cover the 305 miles (492 km) long trip taking on average 9 h 10 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $96 (€82), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $66 (€56).

Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA trains

Amtrak trains will get you from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA from $68 (€58). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak trains running daily, you can travel by train across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela train for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your train journey to San Jose, CA from Los Angeles, CA, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA train information:

Average Duration: 8 h 50 min
Cheapest Price: $68
Amtrak frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA can start from as little as $66 (€56) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA is $96 (€82); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA train travel time is 9 h 10 min for the 305 mile (492 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA leaves at 2: 13 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA leaves at 4: 51 PM.

Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to San Jose, CA. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to San Jose, CA from Los Angeles, CA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

The cheapest month to travel from Los Angeles, CA to San Jose, CA by train is April.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Los Angeles, CA and San Jose, CA including taking a train, bus or flight.