San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA train

Fri, Sep 20
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Cheap train tickets from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA

Showing times and prices for Sep 20

Cheapest

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

Cheapest
Amtrak
761 Pacific Surfliner
04:10AM12h40
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
04:50PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
$821One-way
1 transfer
Cheapest
Amtrak
761 Pacific Surfliner
04:01AM12h49
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
04:50PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
$821One-way
1 transfer
2nd Cheapest
Amtrak
761 Pacific Surfliner
04:01AM14h09
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
06:10PMSanta Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA
$891One-way
2 transfers
Amtrak
5811 AMTRAK
09:25PM14h22
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
11:47AMSanta Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA
$1171One-way
2 transfers
Amtrak
5811 AMTRAK
09:25PM14h38
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
12:03PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
$1171One-way
2 transfers

Train schedule from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, September 20
Amtrak
761 Pacific Surfliner
04:01AM14h09
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
06:10PMSanta Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA
2 transfers
Amtrak
761 Pacific Surfliner
04:01AM12h49
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
04:50PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
761 Pacific Surfliner
04:10AM12h40
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
04:50PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
765 Pacific Surfliner
06:01AM13h45
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
765 Pacific Surfliner
06:01AM13h45
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
765 Pacific Surfliner
06:10AM13h36
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
765 Pacific Surfliner
06:10AM13h36
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
1 transfer
Amtrak
5811 AMTRAK
09:25PM14h22
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
11:47AMSanta Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA
2 transfers
Amtrak
5811 AMTRAK
09:25PM14h38
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
12:03PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
2 transfers

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

Showing times and prices for Sep 20

Fastest Journey

12 h 40 m

Average

13 h 42 m

Trains per day

9

Distance

671 km

It's difficult to get from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA without transferring at least once.

Fastest
Amtrak
761 Pacific Surfliner
04:10AM12h40
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
04:50PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
$821One-way
1 transfer
2nd Fastest
Amtrak
761 Pacific Surfliner
04:01AM12h49
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
04:50PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
$821One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak
765 Pacific Surfliner
06:10AM13h36
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
$1371One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak
765 Pacific Surfliner
06:10AM13h36
Old Town Station, San Diego, CA
07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
$1341One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak
765 Pacific Surfliner
06:01AM13h45
Santa Fe Depot, San Diego, CA
07:46PMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
$1351One-way
1 transfer

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

distanceDistance415 miles (670 km)
durationAverage train duration12 h 40 min
priceAverage train ticket price$138 (€116)
changesDirect trainNo
carriersTrain providersAmtrak

Trains from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA cover the 415 miles (670 km) long trip taking on average 12 h 40 min with our travel partners like Amtrak. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $126 (€106), but the average price of train tickets is $138 (€116).

Train providers: Amtrak from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA trains

Travel between San Diego, CA and San Jose, CA from $119 (€100) with Omio’s train partners Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable journey for you.

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

Train information from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 12 h 19 min
  • Cheapest Price: $119

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

FAQs: Travel by train from San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA can start from as little as $126 (€106) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA is $138 (€116); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA train time is 12 h 40 min   covering the 415 mile (670 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA leaves at 10: 50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA leaves at 1: 10 PM.
Take the San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA train with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible train companies for the route from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month for a train from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from San Diego, CA to San Jose, CA including taking a bus, train or flight.

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