Train from Salt Lake City to San Jose, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Salt Lake City to San Jose on December 13
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Diridon StationCheapestFastest
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Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City 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, 3 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $212, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 3hAverage Duration
943 kmDistance
24kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$212 - $212Average Duration1d 3h
24kg CO₂e
Average Price$211 - $419Average Duration1d 18h
86kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake City 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Salt Lake City to San Jose?

    The cheapest train tickets from Salt Lake City to San Jose start at $211. The average price for this train route is around $251. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from Salt Lake City to San Jose?

    The average train trip from Salt Lake City to San Jose takes 1d 18h and covers 943 km. The quickest train gets you there in 23h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Salt Lake City to San Jose route?

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

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

    The earliest train from Salt Lake City to San Jose departs at 11:40pm. The latest train departs at 11:49pm.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $202

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

You can expect to pay from $202 to $620 for a train ticket from Salt Lake City to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $202 which is on 2025-12-14.

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