Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA train

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

Showing times and prices for Sep 17

Cheapest

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

Amtrak
01:48PM4h37
Sacramento, CA
06:25PMSan Jose, CA
$421One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
02:33PM3h52
Sacramento, CA
06:25PMSan Jose, CA
$451One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
02:55AM3h45
Sacramento, CA
06:40AMSan Jose, CA
$451One-way
0 transfers

Train schedule from Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, September 17
Amtrak
01:48PM4h37
Sacramento, CA
06:25PMSan Jose, CA
0 transfers
Amtrak
02:55AM3h45
Sacramento, CA
06:40AMSan Jose, CA
0 transfers
Amtrak
02:33PM3h52
Sacramento, CA
06:25PMSan Jose, CA
0 transfers

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

Showing times and prices for Sep 17

Fastest Journey

3 h 45 m

Average

4 h 4 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

143 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Sacramento, CA for San Jose, CA every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Amtrak
02:55AM3h45
Sacramento, CA
06:40AMSan Jose, CA
$451One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
02:33PM3h52
Sacramento, CA
06:25PMSan Jose, CA
$451One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
01:48PM4h37
Sacramento, CA
06:25PMSan Jose, CA
$421One-way
0 transfers

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

distanceDistance88 miles (142 km)
durationAverage train duration3 h 45 min
priceAverage train ticket price$44 (€37)
frequencyTrain frequency1 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there is 1 direct train a day
carriersTrain companiesAmtrak

Trains from Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA cover the 88 miles (142 km) long route taking on average 3 h 45 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. Normally, there is 1 train operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $37 (€31), but the average price of train tickets is $44 (€37).

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

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets to San Jose, CA from Sacramento, CA from $28 (€24) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable journey.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains between Sacramento, CA and San Jose, 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.

Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA train information with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 3 h 13 min
  • Cheapest Price: $28
  • Amtrak frequency: 9 a day

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

FAQs: Travel by train from Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA can start from as little as $37 (€31) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA is $44 (€37); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA is 3 h 45 min   to travel the 88 mile (142 km) long trip, with around there is 1 train per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA leaves at 1: 48 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA leaves at 2: 33 PM.
Yes, there is 1 direct train a day from Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
Take the Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the trip between Sacramento, CA and San Jose, CA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to San Jose, CA from Sacramento, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 45 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Sacramento, CA to San Jose, CA by train is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to San Jose, CA from Sacramento, CA including taking a train or bus.

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