The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA
Cheapest price
$214
Average price
$214
Fastest journey
1 d 1 h 11 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
583 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to San Clemente, 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 San Clemente, CA will cost around $214 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $214.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €83, and a flight costs an average of €196.
Distance: 362 miles (583 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€83 Average price Cheapest | €196 Average price | €99 Average price |
12h 55m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to San Clemente, 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 |
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![]() | 10:26 AM San Jose, CA | 25h11 | 11:37 AM San Clemente, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA
Trains from San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $102 (€83) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 362 miles (583 km) distance in 12h 14m.
Distance 362 miles (583 km) |
Average train duration 12h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€83) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 14m |
First train 05:34 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and San Clemente, CA from $102 (€83). 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 San Clemente, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to San Clemente, 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 Clemente, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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