The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Folsom, CA
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 36 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to Folsom, 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 Folsom, CA will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 2 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Folsom, CA on Sun, Apr 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 12 the direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 3 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Sun, Apr 12 the slowest trains will take 3 h 41 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.
12:50 AM3h41San Jose, CA4:31 AMFolsom, CA$481One-way0 transfers
11:05 PM3h30San Jose, CA2:35 AMFolsom, CA$491One-way0 transfers
11:05 PM3h30San Jose, CA2:35 AMFolsom, CA$491One-way0 transfers
12:50 AM3h41San Jose, CA4:31 AMFolsom, CA$481One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Jose, CA to Folsom, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Folsom, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $741.
Distance: 100 miles (162 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$49 Average price | $741 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest |
4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 31m Average total duration 13h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets San Jose, CA to Folsom, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Folsom, CA
Trains from San Jose, CA to Folsom, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€38) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 17:25. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (162 km) distance in 3h 30m.
Distance 100 miles (162 km) |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€38) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 5:25 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Folsom, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Folsom, CA from $35 (€28). 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 Folsom, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Folsom, 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 Folsom, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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