The cheapest and fastest trains from Orange, CA to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$139
Fastest journey
10 h 49 m
Average duration
11 h 38 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
538 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Orange, 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 Orange, CA to San Jose, CA will cost around $139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
Of the 3 trains that leave Orange, CA for San Jose, CA on Sat, Feb 28, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 28 the direct trains cover the 538 km distance in an average of 11 h 38 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 49 m .
On Sat, Feb 28 the slowest trains will take 12 h 33 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 train, bus, and flight for Orange, CA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Orange, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $157.
Distance: 334 miles (538 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$126 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $280 Average price |
11h 13m Average total duration 10h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration 7h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 46m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Orange, CA to San Jose, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Orange, CA to San Jose, CA trains for today, Thursday, February 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK | 4:04 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 10h46 | 2:50 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 1 transfer | ||
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 4:04 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 11h42 | 3:46 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 1 transfer | ||
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 4:04 PM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 11h42 | 3:46 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 1 transfer | ||
765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK | 4:13 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 10h37 | 2:50 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 1 transfer | ||
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 4:13 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 11h33 | 3:46 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 1 transfer | ||
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 4:13 PM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 11h33 | 3:46 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 1 transfer | ||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Orange, CA to San Jose, CA
Trains from Orange, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 10h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€70) but you can travel from only $44 (€35) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 334 miles (538 km) distance in 10h 46m.
Distance 334 miles (538 km) |
Average train duration 10h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€70) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 10h 46m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Orange, CA to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Orange, CA and San Jose, CA from $44 (€35). 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 Orange, CA to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orange, 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 Orange, 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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