Train from San Antonio, US to San Jose, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from San Antonio to San Jose on 17 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
San Antonio Station
Diridon StationCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Antonio to San Jose

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just R 4 048, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 19hAverage duration
2339 kmDistance
213kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 3 063 - R 10 603Average duration2d
58kg CO₂e
Average priceR 4 048 - R 27 744Average duration1d 19h
213kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from San Antonio to San Jose?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to San Jose start from R 4 048. The average price for this train route is around R 5 874. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from San Antonio to San Jose?

    The average train journey time from San Antonio to San Jose is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 2339 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Antonio to San Jose route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Antonio to San Jose?

    The earliest train from San Antonio to San Jose departs at 02:45. And the latest train departs at 02:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12/12
R 9 096
13/12
R 8 958
Today
R 3 874
15/12
R 8 958
16/12
R 5 811
17/12
R 31 541
18/12
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 874

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 874 to R 31 541 for a train ticket from San Antonio, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 811, which is on 2025-12-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Antonio, US to San Jose, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Antonio, US and San Jose, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 5 874 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 4 048. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Jose, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Antonio, US to San Jose, US in about 1d 19h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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