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

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Richmond start at $32. The average price for this train route is around $32. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train trip from San Jose to Richmond takes 1h 33m and covers 79 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 26m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Jose to Richmond route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Richmond?

The earliest train from San Jose to Richmond departs at 6:18am. The latest train departs at 8:56pm.

Train San Jose to Richmond from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Jose to Richmond on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	2:50pm	Diridon Station	1h 33m	4:23pm	Richmond Station	Cheapest
Train	4:17pm	Diridon Station	1h 28m	5:45pm	Richmond Station	Fastest
Train	5:25pm	Diridon Station	1h 34m	6:59pm	Richmond Station	No tags
Train	6:55pm	Diridon Station	1h 30m	8:25pm	Richmond Station	No tags
Train	2:50pm	Diridon Station	3h 15m	6:05pm	Richmond Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Richmond on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	1h 40m	7:58am	Richmond Station	Cheapest
Train	10:35am	Diridon Station	1h 28m	12:03pm	Richmond Station	Fastest
Train	8:38am	Diridon Station	1h 41m	10:19am	Richmond Station	No tags
Train	2:50pm	Diridon Station	1h 33m	4:23pm	Richmond Station	No tags
Train	4:17pm	Diridon Station	1h 28m	5:45pm	Richmond Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Richmond on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	1h 40m	7:58am	Richmond Station	Cheapest
Train	10:35am	Diridon Station	1h 28m	12:03pm	Richmond Station	Fastest
Train	8:38am	Diridon Station	1h 41m	10:19am	Richmond Station	No tags
Train	2:50pm	Diridon Station	1h 33m	4:23pm	Richmond Station	No tags
Train	4:17pm	Diridon Station	1h 28m	5:45pm	Richmond Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Richmond on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:50am	Diridon Station	1h 28m	10:18am	Richmond Station	Cheapest
Train	8:05pm	Diridon Station	1h 26m	9:31pm	Richmond Station	Fastest
Train	10:50am	Diridon Station	1h 28m	12:18pm	Richmond Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	Diridon Station	1h 28m	2:18pm	Richmond Station	No tags
Train	2:50pm	Diridon Station	1h 28m	4:18pm	Richmond Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Richmond on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:50am	Diridon Station	1h 28m	10:18am	Richmond Station	Cheapest
Train	8:05pm	Diridon Station	1h 26m	9:31pm	Richmond Station	Fastest
Train	10:50am	Diridon Station	1h 28m	12:18pm	Richmond Station	No tags
Train	12:50pm	Diridon Station	1h 28m	2:18pm	Richmond Station	No tags
Train	2:50pm	Diridon Station	1h 28m	4:18pm	Richmond Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Richmond on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	1h 40m	7:58am	Richmond Station	Cheapest
Train	10:35am	Diridon Station	1h 28m	12:03pm	Richmond Station	Fastest
Train	8:38am	Diridon Station	1h 41m	10:19am	Richmond Station	No tags
Train	2:50pm	Diridon Station	1h 33m	4:23pm	Richmond Station	No tags
Train	4:17pm	Diridon Station	1h 28m	5:45pm	Richmond Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 11:50 PM PST.

Get from San Jose to Richmond

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 33 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day

1h 33mAverage Duration

79 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,712 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5712 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $32

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Richmond, CA, 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 San Jose to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Richmond start at $32. The average price for this train route is around $32. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from San Jose to Richmond?
The average train trip from San Jose to Richmond takes 1h 33m and covers 79 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 26m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Jose to Richmond route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Richmond?
The earliest train from San Jose to Richmond departs at 6:18am. The latest train departs at 8:56pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01-05

$29

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$29

Today

$29

01-08

$29

01-09

$29

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$29

01-11

$29

01-12

$29

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Richmond, CA, US was searched and found on Jan 5, 2026 with a price of $29

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 Richmond, CA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $29 to $138 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Richmond, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2026-01-08.