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Get from San Juan Capistrano to San Jose
The journey takes about 12 hours 12 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 829, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5666 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 1 829
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Juan Capistrano 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 San Juan Capistrano to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from San Juan Capistrano to San Jose start from R 1 829. The average price for this train route is around R 2 645. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Juan Capistrano to San Jose?
The average train journey time from San Juan Capistrano to San Jose is 12h 12m, covering a distance of 574 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 46m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Juan Capistrano 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 San Juan Capistrano to San Jose?
The earliest train from San Juan Capistrano to San Jose departs at 07:34. And the latest train departs at 07:34.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Juan Capistrano to San Jose, US was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 662To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Juan Capistrano to San Jose, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 662 to R 13 582 for a train ticket from San Juan Capistrano to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 662, which is on 2025-12-25.
