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

The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to San Jose start at $46. The average price for this train route is around $61. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Sacramento to San Jose?

The average train trip from Sacramento to San Jose takes 3h 11m and covers 144 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 4m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Sacramento to San Jose route?

Several major train operators serve 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 4:10am. The latest train departs at 6:55pm.

Train Sacramento to San Jose from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Sacramento to San Jose on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:09am	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 36m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
5:23am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	8:32am	Diridon Station	Fastest
4:20am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 10m	7:30am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:43am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	9:54am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to San Jose on December 13
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:03pm	Sacramento Valley Station	6h 37m	11:40pm	Diridon Station	Cheapest
12:53pm	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	4:02pm	Diridon Station	Fastest
6:03am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	9:14am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to San Jose on December 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 47m	11:35am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
12:53pm	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	4:02pm	Diridon Station	Fastest
6:03am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	9:14am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to San Jose on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:09am	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 36m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
5:23am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	8:32am	Diridon Station	Fastest
4:20am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 10m	7:30am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:43am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	9:54am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to San Jose on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:09am	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 36m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
5:23am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	8:32am	Diridon Station	Fastest
4:20am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 10m	7:30am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:43am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	9:54am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to San Jose on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:09am	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 36m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
5:23am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	8:32am	Diridon Station	Fastest
4:20am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 10m	7:30am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:43am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	9:54am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to San Jose on December 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:09am	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 36m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
5:23am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	8:32am	Diridon Station	Fastest
4:20am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 10m	7:30am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:43am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	9:54am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for Sacramento to San Jose on December 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:09am	Sacramento Valley Station	4h 36m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
5:23am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 9m	8:32am	Diridon Station	Fastest
4:20am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 10m	7:30am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:43am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 11m	9:54am	Diridon Station	No tags
6:48am	Sacramento Valley Station	3h 26m	10:14am	Diridon Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go 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 $46, 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 Price$38 - $109	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$46 - $106	Average Duration3h 11m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 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.

September 27, 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.

June 6, 2023

Very nice. Will keep using this

Jeanne E.

December 30, 2024

US train and bus 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 schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 at $46. The average price for this train route is around $61. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Sacramento to San Jose?
The average train trip from Sacramento to San Jose takes 3h 11m and covers 144 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3h 4m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to San Jose route?
Several major train operators serve 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 4:10am. The latest train departs at 6:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-09

$37

12-10

$54

Today

$54

12-12

$37

12-13

$54

12-14

$51

12-15

$37

12-16

$37

The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $37

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 $37 to $589 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 $37 which is on 2025-12-12.