Trains tickets from Richmond (CA), US to San Jose (CA), US

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Next departures to San Jose

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 10 at
    Departure city: Richmond
    Departure location: Richmond Station
    Arrival time: June 10 at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Train Richmond to San Jose: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$22
Average train trip duration1h 44m
Number of daily trains7
Earliest train departure5:36am
Distance78 km
Latest train departure8:21pm

Richmond to San Jose Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Richmond (CA), US - San Jose (CA), US

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

    The average train ticket price from Richmond to San Jose is US$22. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Richmond to San Jose 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 trip from Richmond to San Jose?

    A train trip between Richmond and San Jose is around 1h 44m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 38m. This is the time it takes to travel the 78 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between Richmond and San Jose?

    The number of trains from Richmond to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Richmond to San Jose by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
06-07
US$14
06-08
US$14
Today
US$14
06-10
US$14
06-11
US$14
06-12
US$14
06-13
US$14
06-14
US$14
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Richmond to San Jose was searched and found on Jun 7, 2025 with a price of US$14

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

You can expect to pay from US$14 to US$25 for a train ticket from Richmond to San Jose based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$14 which is on 2025-06-10.

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 Richmond and San Jose is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in San Jose.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to San Jose, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Richmond and San Jose, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Richmond to San Jose, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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Train from San Jose to Richmond

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