How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Bakersfield?

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Bakersfield start from R 1 244. The average price for this train route is around R 1 244. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Jose to Bakersfield?

The average train journey time from San Jose to Bakersfield is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 339 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 22m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Jose to Bakersfield route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Bakersfield?

The earliest train from San Jose to Bakersfield departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 14:55.

Train San Jose to Bakersfield from R 1 068 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:35	Diridon Station	8h 30m	00:05	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
06:18	Diridon Station	10h 21m	16:39	Amtrak Station	No tags
14:50	Diridon Station	9h 15m	00:05	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:35	Diridon Station	8h 30m	00:05	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
06:18	Diridon Station	10h 21m	16:39	Amtrak Station	No tags
14:50	Diridon Station	9h 15m	00:05	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 30 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:35	Diridon Station	8h 30m	00:05	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
06:18	Diridon Station	10h 21m	16:39	Amtrak Station	No tags
14:50	Diridon Station	9h 15m	00:05	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		14:50	Diridon Station	9h 15m	00:05	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		14:50	Diridon Station	9h 15m	00:05	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:35	Diridon Station	8h 30m	00:05	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
06:18	Diridon Station	10h 21m	16:39	Amtrak Station	No tags
14:50	Diridon Station	9h 15m	00:05	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from San Jose to Bakersfield on 3 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:35	Diridon Station	8h 30m	00:05	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
06:18	Diridon Station	10h 21m	16:39	Amtrak Station	No tags
14:50	Diridon Station	9h 15m	00:05	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:28 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Bakersfield

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Bakersfield. The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 725, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

5h 30mAverage duration

339 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 725 - R 3 484	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 244 - R 1 431	Average duration9h 15m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 125

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Bakersfield 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 San Jose to Bakersfield?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Bakersfield start from R 1 244. The average price for this train route is around R 1 244. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Jose to Bakersfield?
The average train journey time from San Jose to Bakersfield is 9h 15m, covering a distance of 339 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 22m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Jose to Bakersfield route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Bakersfield?
The earliest train from San Jose to Bakersfield departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 14:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/01

R 1 183

25/01

R 1 183

Today

R 1 068

27/01

R 1 068

28/01

R 1 068

29/01

R 1 068

30/01

R 1 068

31/01

R 1 183

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 068

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 068 to R 1 183 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 068, which is on 2026-01-27.