The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Orange, CA
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 36 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
538 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to Orange, CA 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 Orange, CA will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Orange, CA without transferring at least once.
3768 AMTRAK · 718 San Joaquins · 5818 AMTRAK
3768 AMTRAK · 718 San Joaquins · 5818 AMTRAK
3910 AMTRAK · 710 San Joaquins · 5810 AMTRAK · 784 Pacific Surfliner
3910 AMTRAK · 710 San Joaquins · 5810 AMTRAK · 784 Pacific Surfliner
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner
3768 AMTRAK · 718 San Joaquins · 5818 AMTRAK
3768 AMTRAK · 718 San Joaquins · 5818 AMTRAK
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner
3910 AMTRAK · 710 San Joaquins · 5810 AMTRAK · 784 Pacific SurflinerTravel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to Orange, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Orange, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €43, and a flight costs an average of €141.
Distance: 334 miles (538 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€75 Average price | €59 Average price Cheapest | €233 Average price |
12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration Fastest 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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San Jose, CA to Orange, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Orange, CA trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3910 AMTRAK · 710 San Joaquins · 5810 AMTRAK · 784 Pacific Surfliner | 2:10 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 11h38 | 1:48 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 3 transfers | |
3910 AMTRAK · 710 San Joaquins · 5810 AMTRAK · 784 Pacific Surfliner | 2:10 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 11h50 | 2:00 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 3 transfers | |
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 12h34 | 7:00 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK | 6:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 16h49 | 11:15 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 1 transfer | |
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 6:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 12h22 | 6:48 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 1 transfer | |
11 Coast Starlight · 5818 AMTRAK | 6:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 17h04 | 11:30 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 7:35 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 11h13 | 6:48 AM Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 1 transfer | |
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 7:35 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 11h25 | 7:00 AM Santa Ana Station, Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Orange, CA
Trains from San Jose, CA to Orange, CA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 11h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€69) but you can travel from only $53 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 334 miles (538 km) distance in 11h 38m.
Distance 334 miles (538 km) |
Average train duration 11h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€69) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 11h 38m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Orange, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Orange, CA from $53 (€43). 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 Orange, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Orange, 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 Orange, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Jose, CA to Orange, 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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