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

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Next departures from San Antonio to San Jose on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
San Antonio Station
Diridon StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
San Antonio Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Amtrak
San Antonio Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Amtrak
San Antonio Station
Diridon StationNo tags
Amtrak
San Antonio Station
Diridon StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 day, 18 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 388, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 18hAverage duration
2337 kmDistance
58kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 388 - R 9 629Average duration1d 18h
58kg CO₂e
Average priceR 4 105 - R 28 133Average duration1d 19h
213kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, 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 San Antonio to San Jose?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to San Jose start from R 4 105. The average price for this train route is around R 6 029. 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 San Antonio to San Jose?

    The average train journey time from San Antonio to San Jose is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 2339 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 17h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

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

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

    The earliest train from San Antonio to San Jose departs at 02:45. And the latest train departs at 02:45.

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

Best price found
29/11
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30/11
R 15 360
Today
R 10 959
02/12
R 6 874
03/12
R 8 680
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on 02 Dec 2025 with a price of R 6 874

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

You can expect to pay from R 6 874 to R 29 300 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 6 874, which is on 2025-12-02.

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