How much does a train ticket cost from San Jose to Truckee?

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Truckee start from £42. The average price for this train route is around £97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Jose to Truckee?

The average train journey time from San Jose to Truckee is 7h 43m, covering a distance of 167 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Jose to Truckee route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from San Jose to Truckee departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 06:18.

Train San Jose to Truckee from £47 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Jose to Truckee on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	06:18	Diridon Station	7h 43m	14:01	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags
Train	06:18	Diridon Station	7h 43m	14:01	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags
Train	06:18	Diridon Station	7h 43m	14:01	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags
Train	06:18	Diridon Station	7h 43m	14:01	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags
Train	06:18	Diridon Station	7h 43m	14:01	10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Truckee

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Truckee. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

6h 40mAverage duration

167 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£30 - £109	Average duration6h 40m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£42 - £280	Average duration7h 43m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £42

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 Truckee by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from San Jose to Truckee?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Truckee start from £42. The average price for this train route is around £97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Jose to Truckee?
The average train journey time from San Jose to Truckee is 7h 43m, covering a distance of 167 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Jose to Truckee route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Truckee?
The earliest train from San Jose to Truckee departs at 06:18. And the latest train departs at 06:18.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

09/12

£47

10/12

£47

Today

£47

12/12

£47

13/12

£47

14/12

No data

15/12

£47

16/12

£47

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Truckee was searched and found on 9 Dec 2025 with a price of £47

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 Truckee as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £47 to £360 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Truckee based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £47, which is on 2025-12-12.