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

The cheapest train tickets from Berkeley to San Jose start from R 364. The average price for this train route is around R 364. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Berkeley to San Jose is 1h 36m, covering a distance of 70 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Berkeley to San Jose route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Berkeley to San Jose departs at 05:44. And the latest train departs at 20:29.

Train Berkeley to San Jose from R 243 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Berkeley to San Jose on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:18	Berkeley Amtrak Station	2h 17m	11:35	Diridon Station	Cheapest
06:59	Berkeley Amtrak Station	1h 33m	08:32	Diridon Station	Fastest
05:56	Berkeley Amtrak Station	1h 34m	07:30	Diridon Station	No tags
08:17	Berkeley Amtrak Station	1h 37m	09:54	Diridon Station	No tags
09:18	Berkeley Amtrak Station	1h 44m	11:02	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Berkeley to San Jose on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
18:39	Berkeley Amtrak Station	5h 1m	23:40	Diridon Station	Cheapest
14:29	Berkeley Amtrak Station	1h 33m	16:02	Diridon Station	Fastest
07:39	Berkeley Amtrak Station	1h 35m	09:14	Diridon Station	No tags
09:02	Berkeley Amtrak Station	1h 39m	10:41	Diridon Station	No tags
10:29	Berkeley Amtrak Station	1h 36m	12:05	Diridon Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 3:29 PM PST.

Get from Berkeley to San Jose

This route is served by train only

The journey takes about 1 hour 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 364, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day

1h 36mAverage duration

70 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5637 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 R 277

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Berkeley to San Jose, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Berkeley to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from Berkeley to San Jose start from R 364. The average price for this train route is around R 364. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Berkeley to San Jose?
The average train journey time from Berkeley to San Jose is 1h 36m, covering a distance of 70 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Berkeley to San Jose route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Berkeley to San Jose?
The earliest train from Berkeley to San Jose departs at 05:44. And the latest train departs at 20:29.

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The cheapest trip from Berkeley to San Jose, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 243

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

You can expect to pay from R 243 to R 329 for a train ticket from Berkeley to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 243, which is on 2025-12-12.