Train tickets from San Jose, US to Fresno, US

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Next departures from San Jose to Fresno on 4 November
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        Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Fresno

        We recommend taking the bus

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Fresno. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just R 482, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        8bus per day
        3hAverage duration
        195 kmDistance
        5kgCO₂ emissions
        Average priceR 482 - R 1 937Average duration3h
        5kg CO₂e
        Average priceR 977 - R 1 142Average duration6h 50m
        18kg CO₂e

        Train San Jose, US to Fresno, US: Trip Overview

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        Average ticket priceR 1 014
        Average train trip duration6h 50m
        Number of daily trains2
        Earliest train departure06:18
        Distance199 km
        Latest train departure14:55

        San Jose to Fresno Train

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        Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Fresno from San Jose, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

        Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Fresno, US

        1. How much does a cheap train ticket from San Jose to Fresno cost?

          The average train ticket price from San Jose to Fresno is R 1 014. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Jose to Fresno is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

        2. How long is the train trip from San Jose to Fresno?

          A train trip between San Jose and Fresno is around 6h 50m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 200 km that separates the two cities.

        3. How many daily train are there between San Jose and Fresno?

          The number of trains from San Jose to Fresno can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from San Jose to Fresno by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

        4. Which train companies travel from San Jose to Fresno?

          When taking the train from San Jose to Fresno, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

        Find cheapest prices for trains

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        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Fresno, US was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of R 888

        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 Fresno, US as early as possible.

        You can expect to pay from R 888 to R 959 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Fresno, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 888, which is on 2025-11-04.

        About Train Travel

        Train Travel Tips

        Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between San Jose and Fresno is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Fresno.

        Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Fresno you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

        By choosing the train between San Jose and Fresno, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

        Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from San Jose to Fresno.

        Did you know?

        The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

        The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

        Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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