Trains from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA

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Wed1 May
from US$90
Thu2 May
from US$92
Fri3 May
from US$107
Sat4 May
from US$83
Sun5 May
Mon6 May
Tue7 May
Wed8 May

Next departures to San Jose

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: Duration:
    US$90
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: 2nd Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: Duration:
    US$92
  • Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: Duration:
    US$108
  • Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: Duration:
    US$127
  • Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 2 May at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Old Town San Diego
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: Duration:
    US$107
Train San Jose to San Diego: Trip Overview

Train San Jose to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$97
Average train trip duration14h 38m
Number of daily trains3
Earliest train departure10:26
Distance416 miles
Latest train departure15:35
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

Amtrak San Jose San Diego recent customer reviews

It was great trip until we reached Santa Bárbara. It was oversold & the train became crowded in a matter of seconds.

Jade S.29 May 2023
US train company: Brightline

San Jose to San Diego Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains3
Earliest and Latest Train Departures10:26 - 15:35
Minimum PriceUS$83
Average Ticket PriceUS$97
Minimum Trip Duration13h50m
Average Train Trip Duration14h38m
Distance416 miles
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose - San Diego

The average train ticket price from San Jose to San Diego is US$97. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Jose to San Diego 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!

A train trip between San Jose and San Diego is around 14h 38m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 417 miles that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from San Jose to San Diego can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from San Jose to San Diego by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from San Jose to San Diego, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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US$81
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The cheapest trip from San Jose to San Diego was searched and found on 28 Apr 2024 with a price of US$81

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

You can expect to pay from US$81 to US$103 for a train ticket from San Jose to San Diego based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$83, which is on 2024-05-03.

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

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to San Diego, 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 San Jose and San Diego, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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