The cheapest and fastest trains from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
3 h 3 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
144 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 11 trains that leave San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA for Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA on Sun, May 31, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 144 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 3 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 3 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.
4785 AMTRAK · 720 Capitol Corridor4:30 AM5h20San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA9:50 AMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$431One-way1 transfer
4785 AMTRAK · 724 Capitol Corridor4:30 AM7h37San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA12:07 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$431One-way1 transfer
744 Capitol Corridor4:50 PM3h03San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA7:53 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$451One-way0 transfers
738 Capitol Corridor2:50 PM3h15San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA6:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$451One-way0 transfers
746 Capitol Corridor5:50 PM3h15San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA9:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$451One-way0 transfers
744 Capitol Corridor4:50 PM3h03San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA7:53 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$451One-way0 transfers
748 Capitol Corridor8:05 PM3h10San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA11:15 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$451One-way0 transfers
738 Capitol Corridor2:50 PM3h15San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA6:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$451One-way0 transfers
746 Capitol Corridor5:50 PM3h15San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA9:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$451One-way0 transfers
728 Capitol Corridor10:50 AM3h15San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA2:05 PMSacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA$451One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 89 miles (144 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$43 Average price | $34 Average price Cheapest | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA costing on average $43 (€35).
Other travel options to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 10m.
Tickets start at around $43 (€35) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.08 (€-8.92). The journey takes 3h 10m versus 2h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
734 Capitol Corridor | 12:50 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 3h15 | 4:05 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
738 Capitol Corridor | 2:50 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 3h15 | 6:05 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
744 Capitol Corridor | 4:50 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 3h03 | 7:53 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
746 Capitol Corridor | 5:50 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 3h15 | 9:05 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
14 Coast Starlight | 7:58 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 3h51 | 11:49 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
748 Capitol Corridor | 8:05 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 3h10 | 11:15 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr | 4:30 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 5h42 | 10:12 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1 transfer | |
4785 AMTRAK · 720 Capitol Corridor | 4:30 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 5h20 | 9:50 AM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1 transfer | |
4785 AMTRAK · 724 Capitol Corridor | 4:30 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 7h37 | 12:07 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 1 transfer | |
724 Capitol Corridor | 8:50 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 3h17 | 12:07 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
728 Capitol Corridor | 10:50 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 3h15 | 2:05 PM Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA
Trains from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $22 (€17) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 89 miles (144 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 89 miles (144 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 12:50 AM |
Last train 10:50 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: Amtrak from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA and Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA from $22 (€17). 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 José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, 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 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with both short-term and long-term options.
- The Firehouse Restaurant
- Ten22
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $1
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
- Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown - Arena
- Kimpton Sawyer Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms are accessible via a concourse.
- Light Rail: Blue Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including local and regional buses
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