The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR
Cheapest price
$193
Average price
$193
Fastest journey
16 h 31 m
Average duration
16 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
753 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR will cost around $193 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $193.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Eugene, OR on Tue, Dec 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 753 km distance in an average of 16 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 h 31 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 16 h 31 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus for San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €84. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €84, and a flight costs an average of €161.
Distance: 467 miles (753 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€156 Average price | €91 Average price Cheapest | €366 Average price |
17h 1m Average total duration 16h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 35m Average total duration 13h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration Fastest 6h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 2.3 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14 Coast Starlight | 3:58 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 16h31 | 8:29 PM Eugene Station, Eugene, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:58 PM San Jose, CA | 16h31 | 12:29 PM Eugene, OR | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR by train, flight, or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR
Trains from San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $195 (€156) but you can travel from only $105 (€84) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:10, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 467 miles (753 km) distance in 16h 31m.
Distance 467 miles (753 km) |
Average train duration 16h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $195 (€156) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 16h 31m |
First train 11:10 |
Last train 19:58 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Eugene, OR from $105 (€84). 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 Jose, CA to Eugene, OR
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR 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 Eugene, OR, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Jose, CA to Eugene, OR
- 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
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking available on-site
- The Vintage
- Marche
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Graduate Eugene
- The Gordon Hotel
- Inn at the 5th
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Bus: Lane Transit District (LTD) routes available
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