The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA
Cheapest price
$102
Average price
$102
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 15 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 $102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $102.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Jose, CA for San Clemente, CA on Sat, May 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 09 the direct trains cover the 583 km distance in an average of 10 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .
On Sat, May 09 the slowest trains will take 10 h 15 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.
2:00 AM10h15San Jose, CA12:15 PMSan Clemente, CA$1021One-way0 transfers
2:00 AM10h15San Jose, CA12:15 PMSan Clemente, CA$1021One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, 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 $102. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $102, and a flight costs an average of $281.
Distance: 362 miles (583 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$111 Average price Cheapest | $309 Average price | $124 Average price |
12h 55m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration Fastest 5h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 32m Average total duration 12h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA:
A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA costing on average $124 (€99).
A train is $198 (€158) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA costing on average $309 (€247).
Other travel options to San Clemente, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 2m.
Train takes on average 12h 25m.
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 today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:25 PM San Jose, CA | 13h12 | 3:37 AM San Clemente, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 2:00 AM San Jose, CA | 10h15 | 12:15 PM San Clemente, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets San Jose, CA to San Clemente, CA by bus, train, or flight
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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 (€82) 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 10h 15m.
Distance 362 miles (583 km) |
Average train duration 12h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $102 (€82) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 15m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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 (€82). 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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