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

The cheapest train tickets from Reno to San Jose start from R 1 489. The average price for this train route is around R 2 866. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Reno to San Jose is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 305 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 41m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Reno to San Jose 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 Reno to San Jose?

The earliest train from Reno to San Jose departs at 09:24. And the latest train departs at 09:33.

Train Reno to San Jose from R 1 919 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Reno to San Jose on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:33	Reno Station	10h 41m	20:14	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:33	Reno Station	10h 41m	20:14	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from Reno to San Jose on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:33	Reno Station	1d 8h	17:35	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:33	Reno Station	1d 8h	17:35	Diridon Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:09 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Reno to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 453, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

11h 40mAverage duration

305 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 453 - R 2 518	Average duration11h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 489 - R 8 627	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Reno and San Jose, US?

Reno

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Reno Station
101169 E Commercial Row, Reno, NV 89501, USA
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San Jose, US

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Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 1 489

Amtrak Reno San Jose recent customer reviews

Delays over 3 hours

Emma S.

14 May 2023

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Reno 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 Reno to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from Reno to San Jose start from R 1 489. The average price for this train route is around R 2 866. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Reno to San Jose?
The average train journey time from Reno to San Jose is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 305 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Reno to San Jose 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 Reno to San Jose?
The earliest train from Reno to San Jose departs at 09:24. And the latest train departs at 09:33.

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

R 1 418

10/12

R 1 919

Today

R 2 282

12/12

No data

13/12

R 2 282

14/12

R 2 282

15/12

R 2 749

16/12

R 1 919

The cheapest trip from Reno to San Jose, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 418

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 418 to R 8 315 for a train ticket from Reno to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 919, which is on 2025-12-16.