Train from Sacramento, US to San Jose, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Sacramento to San Jose on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Sacramento Valley Station
Diridon StationCheapest
Amtrak
Sacramento Valley Station
Diridon StationFastest
Amtrak
Sacramento Valley Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Amtrak
Sacramento Valley Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Amtrak
Sacramento Valley Station
Diridon StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:14 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to San Jose

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 3 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just R 557, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day
3h 11mAverage duration
144 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 460 - R 1 331Average duration7h 30m
4kg CO₂e
Average priceR 557 - R 1 289Average duration3h 11m
13kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to San Jose, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Sacramento to San Jose?

    The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to San Jose start from R 557. The average price for this train route is around R 735. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Sacramento to San Jose?

    The average train journey time from Sacramento to San Jose is 3h 11m, covering a distance of 144 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Sacramento to San Jose route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to San Jose?

    The earliest train from Sacramento to San Jose departs at 04:10. And the latest train departs at 18:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
10/12
R 656
11/12
R 656
Today
R 449
13/12
R 656
14/12
R 621
15/12
R 449
16/12
R 449
17/12
R 449
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 449

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sacramento, US to San Jose, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 449 to R 7 191 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 449, which is on 2025-12-15.

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