The cheapest and fastest trains from Redding, CA to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
7 h 43 m
Average duration
8 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
364 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Redding, 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 Redding, CA to San Jose, CA will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 2 trains that leave Redding, CA for San Jose, CA on Thu, Feb 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct trains cover the 364 km distance in an average of 8 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 43 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest trains will take 8 h 54 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.
11 Coast Starlight
11 Coast Starlight · 4794 AMTRAK
11 Coast Starlight
11 Coast Starlight · 4794 AMTRAKTravel Information
Compare train and bus for Redding, CA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Redding, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €40.
Distance: 226 miles (364 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€63 Average price | €52 Average price Cheapest |
8h 13m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration Fastest 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Redding, CA to San Jose, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Redding, CA to San Jose, CA trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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11 Coast Starlight · 4794 AMTRAK | 10:31 AM Redding /Amtrak, Redding, CA | 8h54 | 7:25 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 1 transfer | |
11 Coast Starlight | 10:31 AM Redding /Amtrak, Redding, CA | 7h43 | 6:14 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Redding, CA to San Jose, CA
Trains from Redding, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $34 (€27) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:31, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 226 miles (364 km) distance in 7h 43m.
Distance 226 miles (364 km) |
Average train duration 7h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 43m |
First train 02:31 |
Last train 19:58 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Redding, CA to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Redding, CA and San Jose, CA from $34 (€27). 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 Redding, CA to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Redding, 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 Redding, CA to San Jose, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Located in the main hall
- The station has an enclosed waiting area.
- Bus: Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) connections 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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