The cheapest and fastest trains from San Clemente, CA to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
$220
Average price
$220
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 23 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
583 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Clemente, 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 San Clemente, CA to San Jose, CA will cost around $220 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $220.
It's difficult to get from San Clemente, CA to San Jose, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Clemente, CA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Clemente, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €71, and a bus costs an average of €150.
Distance: 362 miles (583 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€145 Average price | €150 Average price | €71 Average price Cheapest |
11h 40m Average total duration 11h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 56m Average total duration 10h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration Fastest 4h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
San Clemente, CA to San Jose, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Clemente, CA to San Jose, CA trains for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:44 AM San Clemente, CA | 13h02 | 7:46 PM San Jose, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:23 PM San Clemente, CA | 25h23 | 7:46 PM San Jose, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Clemente, CA to San Jose, CA
Trains from San Clemente, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $161 (€131) but you can travel from only $87 (€71) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 362 miles (583 km) distance in 13h 2m.
Distance 362 miles (583 km) |
Average train duration 11h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $161 (€131) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 13h 2m |
First train 05:34 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from San Clemente, CA to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between San Clemente, CA and San Jose, CA from $87 (€71). 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 San Clemente, CA to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Clemente, 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 San Clemente, 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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