Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA train

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Cheap train tickets from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA

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

Amtrak
01:12PM12h23
Riverside, CA
01:35AMSan Jose, CA
$891One-way
0 transfers

Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA train times

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak01:12PM Riverside, CA12h23 01:35AM San Jose, CA0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA

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Fastest Journey

12 h 23 m

Average

12 h 23 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

554 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Riverside, 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.

Amtrak
01:12PM12h23
Riverside, CA
01:35AMSan Jose, CA
$891One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA

Trains from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€73) but you can travel from only $43 (€39) by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $43 (€39)
Distance
343 miles (553 km)
Average train duration
13h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
$79 (€73)
Trains per day
6
Train providers
1
Fastest train
12h 23m
First train
06:05
Last train
23:45
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $43 (€39)

Train companies: Amtrak from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA trains

For as little as $80 (€73) you can travel by train to San Jose, CA from Riverside, CA with Amtrak. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains to San Jose, CA from Riverside, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Amtrak from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA train information:

  • Average Duration: 11 h 25 min
  • Cheapest Price: $80

FAQs: Trains from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Riverside, 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 Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA can start from as little as $79 (€73) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA is $96 (€89); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA is on average 12 h 23 min   for the 343 mile (553 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to San Jose, CA from Riverside, CA by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA leaves at 6: 05 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA leaves at 11: 45 PM.
There are 8 trains a day from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
Take the Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the journey from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 45 PM.
The cheapest month for a train from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA is August.
You have options as you can travel to San Jose, CA from Riverside, CA 3 different ways: bus, flight or train.

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