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

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Fresno start from $56. The average price for this train route is around $58. 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 Jose to Fresno?

The average train ride duration from San Jose to Fresno is 6h 58m, covering a distance of 124 miles (200 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Jose to Fresno 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 Jose to Fresno?

The earliest train departs from San Jose to Fresno at 6:18am. And the latest train departs at 2:55pm.

Train San Jose to Fresno from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Jose to Fresno on December 12
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:35pm	Diridon Station	6h 13m	9:48pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
6:18am	Diridon Station	8h 7m	2:25pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
2:50pm	Diridon Station	6h 58m	9:48pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Fresno on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:50pm	Diridon Station	6h 58m	9:48pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for San Jose to Fresno on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		2:50pm	Diridon Station	6h 58m	9:48pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for San Jose to Fresno on December 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:35pm	Diridon Station	6h 13m	9:48pm	Amtrak Station	CheapestFastest
6:18am	Diridon Station	8h 7m	2:25pm	Amtrak Station	No tags
2:50pm	Diridon Station	6h 58m	9:48pm	Amtrak Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:11 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Fresno

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Fresno. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

3hAverage Duration

123 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$39 - $96	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $65	Average Duration6h 58m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

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

San Jose, US

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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Fresno, US

A
Amtrak Station
2660 Tulare St, Fresno, CA 93721, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5636 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 $51

Amtrak San Jose Fresno recent customer reviews

Comfortable and very clean

Zeny K.

October 21, 2024

Good customer service

Truc B.

January 18, 2023

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 Jose, US to Fresno, 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 Jose to Fresno?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Fresno start from $56. The average price for this train route is around $58. 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 Jose to Fresno?
The average train ride duration from San Jose to Fresno is 6h 58m, covering a distance of 124 miles (200 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Jose to Fresno 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 Jose to Fresno?
The earliest train departs from San Jose to Fresno at 6:18am. And the latest train departs at 2:55pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$50

12/10

$50

Today

$50

12/12

$50

12/13

$54

12/14

$54

12/15

$50

12/16

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The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Fresno, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $50

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

You can expect to pay from $50 to $54 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Fresno, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-12.