How to travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA

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Compare train and bus for Davis, CA to San Jose, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of zł160 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of zł160, while a train costs an average of zł160.

Distance: 83 miles (135 km)

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1h 44m

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The cheapest way to travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is a train with an average price of zł160.
The fastest way to travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Davis, CA and San Jose, CA including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around zł160 compared to roughly zł81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about zł-78.43. The journey takes 2h 49m versus 1h 44m 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.

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from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA

How to get from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA by train, bus or flight.

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bus

The best way to travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Amtrak
    3:09 AM4h31
    Davis, CA
    7:40 AMSan Jose, CA
    zł1481One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Amtrak
    3:09 AM4h31
    Davis, CA
    7:40 AMSan Jose, CA
    zł1481One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Amtrak
    3:05 PM4h20
    Davis, CA
    7:25 PMSan Jose, CA
    zł1671One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak
    2:09 AM4h31
    Davis, CA
    6:40 AMSan Jose, CA
    zł1551One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak
    2:05 PM4h20
    Davis, CA
    6:25 PMSan Jose, CA
    zł1911One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA

Travel to San Jose, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA.

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There are 2 options to travel between Davis, CA and San Jose, CA including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is a train with an average price of zł160.
The fastest way to travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.
The distance from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is approximately 83 miles (135 km).
The average frequency per day from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is:
  • Around 15 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Davis, CA and San Jose, CA as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA:
  • Trains mostly depart from Davis station, Davis, CA and arrive in San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to San Jose, CA by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA:
  • 15 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA often also extend their vacation to go to Los Angeles, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Seattle, WA, San Diego, CA, Portland, OR. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between San Jose, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in San Jose, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In San Jose, CA, you can explore the Japanese Friendship Garden, visit the Children's Discovery Museum, enjoy performances at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts, and discover Silicon Valley's history at the Computer History Museum. For outdoor activities, take a scenic hike in Alum Rock Park. Top sights include the Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive, San Jose Museum of Art, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, and the Municipal Rose Garden.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in San Jose, CA is sufficient to explore its key attractions, such as the Tech Interactive, Winchester Mystery House, Santana Row, and local museums.

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