The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Martinez, CA
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 53 m
Average duration
1 h 54 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to Martinez, 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 Martinez, CA will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 8 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Martinez, CA on Thu, May 28, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 53 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 1 h 55 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.
6:18 AM1h55San Jose, CA8:13 AMMartinez, CA$271One-way0 transfers
8:48 AM1h57San Jose, CA10:45 AMMartinez, CA$271One-way0 transfers
11:05 AM1h59San Jose, CA1:04 PMMartinez, CA$271One-way0 transfers
2:55 PM1h54San Jose, CA4:49 PMMartinez, CA$271One-way0 transfers
4:05 PM1h53San Jose, CA5:58 PMMartinez, CA$271One-way0 transfers
4:05 PM1h53San Jose, CA5:58 PMMartinez, CA$271One-way0 transfers
5:05 PM1h53San Jose, CA6:58 PMMartinez, CA$271One-way0 transfers
6:05 PM1h53San Jose, CA7:58 PMMartinez, CA$271One-way0 transfers
2:55 PM1h54San Jose, CA4:49 PMMartinez, CA$271One-way0 transfers
6:18 AM1h55San Jose, CA8:13 AMMartinez, CA$271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Jose, CA to Martinez, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Martinez, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a train costs an average of $28.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$28 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Jose, CA to Martinez, CA:
A bus is $8 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Jose, CA to Martinez, CA costing on average $28 (€23).
Other travel options to Martinez, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 37m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $12 (€10) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-16.00 (€-12.92). The journey takes 1h 56m versus 59m 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 Jose, CA to Martinez, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Martinez, CA trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:58 PM San Jose, CA | 2h16 | 10:14 PM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, May 28 | |||||
![]() | 6:18 AM San Jose, CA | 1h55 | 8:13 AM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:48 AM San Jose, CA | 1h57 | 10:45 AM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:05 AM San Jose, CA | 1h59 | 1:04 PM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 PM San Jose, CA | 1h54 | 4:49 PM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:05 PM San Jose, CA | 1h53 | 5:58 PM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:05 PM San Jose, CA | 1h53 | 6:58 PM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:05 PM San Jose, CA | 1h53 | 7:58 PM Martinez, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Martinez, CA
Trains from San Jose, CA to Martinez, CA run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
There are 15 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 22:06. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 48m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 1h 48m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 10:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Martinez, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Martinez, CA from $20 (€16). 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 Martinez, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Martinez, 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 Martinez, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Jose, CA to Martinez, 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 available with carpool and vanpool lots
- Barrelista Coffee House
- Lemongrass Bistro
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Quality Inn
- Best Western John Muir Inn
- Muir Lodge Motel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, waiting area, ticket office, and platforms
- Bus: Local bus services available
- Shuttle: Shuttle to the Martinez waterfront and downtown
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