The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Folsom, CA
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
3 h 37 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
11
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 $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 11 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Folsom, CA on Tue, Feb 24, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 24 the direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 37 m .
On Tue, Feb 24 the slowest trains will take 4 h 3 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.
538 Capitol Corridor
538 Capitol Corridor
544 Capitol Corridor · 3646 AMTRAK
542 Capitol Corridor · 3642 AMTRAK
524 Capitol Corridor · 3524 AMTRAK
538 Capitol Corridor
538 Capitol Corridor
542 Capitol Corridor · 3642 AMTRAK
544 Capitol Corridor · 3646 AMTRAK
542 Capitol Corridor · 3642 AMTRAKTravel 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 train with prices starting from $48. 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 train costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $747.
Distance: 100 miles (162 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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$49 Average price Cheapest | $747 Average price | $51 Average price |
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 21m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Jose, CA to Folsom, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Folsom, CA trains for today, Monday, February 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets | |
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![]() | 10:50 PM San Jose, CA | 3h47 | 2:37 AM Folsom, CA | 0 transfersDirect | ||
| Tuesday, February 24 | ||||||
4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr | 12:30 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 6h21 | 6:51 PM Roseville Station, Roseville, CA | 1 transfer | ||
524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr | 2:18 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 4h33 | 6:51 PM Roseville Station, Roseville, CA | 1 transfer | ||
524 Capitol Corridor · 3524 AMTRAK | 2:18 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 4h57 | 7:15 PM Roseville Station, Roseville, CA | 1 transfer | ||
524 Capitol Corridor · 3624 AMTRAK | 2:18 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 5h02 | 7:20 PM Folsom, CA | 1 transfer | ||
524 Capitol Corridor · 3524 AMTRAK | 2:18 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 5h12 | 7:30 PM Rocklin Amtrak Station, Rocklin, CA | 1 transfer | ||
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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 12 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) 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 17:00. 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 (€39) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 04:15 |
Last train 17:00 |
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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