The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Truckee, CA
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
267 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to Truckee, 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 Truckee, CA will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Truckee, CA on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 267 km distance in an average of 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 6 h 50 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, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to Truckee, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Truckee, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $446.
Distance: 165 miles (267 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$132 Average price | $76 Average price Cheapest | $831 Average price |
6h 22m Average total duration Fastest 5h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 22m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets San Jose, CA to Truckee, CA by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Truckee, CA
Trains from San Jose, CA to Truckee, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) but you can travel from only $54 (€43) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 15:10. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (267 km) distance in 6h 3m.
Distance 165 miles (267 km) |
Average train duration 5h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 3m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 15:10 |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 3 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Truckee, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Truckee, CA from $54 (€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 Truckee, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Truckee, 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 Truckee, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Jose, CA to Truckee, 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
Most popular train connections from San Jose, CA
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