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

The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to San Jose start from $235. The average price for this train route is around $340. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from San Antonio to San Jose is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1450 miles (2339 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Antonio to San Jose route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Antonio to San Jose?

The earliest train departs from San Antonio to San Jose at 2:45am. And the latest train departs at 2:45am.

Train San Antonio to San Jose from $224 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Antonio to San Jose on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	5:35pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 19h	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 19h	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags
2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 16h	5:35pm	Diridon Station	No tags
2:45am	San Antonio Station	1d 19h	8:14pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to San Jose on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:48am	San Antonio Station	3d 15h	8:14pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:59 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to San Jose

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 day, 19 hours 1 minute and with fares starting at just $235, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 19hAverage Duration

1450 milesDistance

213kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$178 - $614	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$235 - $1,605	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 213kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,647 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5647 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $234

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Antonio, US to San Jose, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from San Antonio to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from San Antonio to San Jose start from $235. The average price for this train route is around $340. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Antonio to San Jose?
The average train ride duration from San Antonio to San Jose is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1450 miles (2339 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Antonio to San Jose route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Antonio to San Jose?
The earliest train departs from San Antonio to San Jose at 2:45am. And the latest train departs at 2:45am.

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

$526

12/13

$518

Today

$224

12/15

$518

12/16

$336

12/17

$1,824

12/18

No data

12/19

No data

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $224

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 $224 to $1,824 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 $336 which is on 2025-12-16.

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2d	Avg Price$364	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 19h	Avg Price$340	Daily Departures1

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 $340 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $235. 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!