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.

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 .

Which train operators serve the Sacramento to San Jose route?

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

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.

Train Sacramento to San Jose from R 432 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Sacramento to San Jose on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:03	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 37m	23:40	Diridon Station	Cheapest
11:53	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	15:04	Diridon Station	Fastest
14:23	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 12m	17:35	Diridon Station	No tags
17:01	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 13m	20:14	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Jose on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:03	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 37m	23:40	Diridon Station	Cheapest
12:53	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	16:02	Diridon Station	Fastest
06:03	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	09:14	Diridon Station	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14	Diridon Station	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Jose on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 47m	11:35	Diridon Station	Cheapest
12:53	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	16:02	Diridon Station	Fastest
06:03	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	09:14	Diridon Station	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14	Diridon Station	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Jose on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:09	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 36m	11:45	Diridon Station	Cheapest
05:23	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	08:32	Diridon Station	Fastest
04:20	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 10m	07:30	Diridon Station	No tags
06:43	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	09:54	Diridon Station	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Jose on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:09	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 36m	11:45	Diridon Station	Cheapest
05:23	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	08:32	Diridon Station	Fastest
04:20	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 10m	07:30	Diridon Station	No tags
06:43	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	09:54	Diridon Station	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Jose on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:09	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 36m	11:45	Diridon Station	Cheapest
05:23	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	08:32	Diridon Station	Fastest
04:20	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 10m	07:30	Diridon Station	No tags
06:43	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	09:54	Diridon Station	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Jose on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:09	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 36m	11:45	Diridon Station	Cheapest
05:23	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	08:32	Diridon Station	Fastest
04:20	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 10m	07:30	Diridon Station	No tags
06:43	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	09:54	Diridon Station	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Sacramento to San Jose on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:09	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 36m	11:45	Diridon Station	Cheapest
05:23	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	08:32	Diridon Station	Fastest
04:20	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 10m	07:30	Diridon Station	No tags
06:43	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	09:54	Diridon Station	No tags
06:48	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14	Diridon Station	No tags

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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 price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 460 - R 1 331	Average duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 557 - R 1 289	Average duration3h 11m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Users have expressed positive experiences with the friendly and welcoming staff, making their trips enjoyable. The availability of lower-level disability seating was appreciated for its convenience. While some found certain aspects like swerving a bit unnerving and were slightly disappointed by the food quality, overall satisfaction remains high due to accommodating personnel.

Amtrak Sacramento San Jose recent customer reviews

It was fun seeing the farm country, the industrialized businesses backyards and the towns on the way that I would not have been able to see as a driver. The run was a little unnerving at times because of the swerving; it felt like the train might tip over. We were a little disappointed that our hamburger was not as tasty as it could be. Overall it was a good trip because of the personnel being friendly and accommodating.

Armida C.

27 September 2023

There is lower level disability seating which made it easy for me to find a comfortable seat rather than go up stairs.

Janet H.

6 June 2023

Very nice. Will keep using this

Jeanne E.

30 December 2024

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

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.

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.
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.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to San Jose route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
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

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R 449

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R 449

17/12

R 449

The 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.