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Compare bus, train, and flight for Madera, CA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Madera, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $720.
Distance: 104 miles (168 km)
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4h 35m Average total duration 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Madera, CA to San Jose, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Madera, 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 |
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715 Gold Runner · 747 Capitol Corridor | 8:23 PM Madera Station, Madera, CA | 6h34 | 2:57 AM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Madera, CA to San Jose, CA
Trains from Madera, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 18:29. The fastest train covers the 104 miles (168 km) distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 104 miles (168 km) |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 18:29 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Madera, CA to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Madera, CA and San Jose, CA from $54 (€44). 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 Madera, CA to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Madera, 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 Madera, CA to San Jose, CA
- Ramps.
- The station is unstaffed and consists of a single platform with basic amenities.
- Bus: Local bus services 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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