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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 7 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just A$62, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Jose, US and Los Angeles, US?
Los Angeles, US
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Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - B571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5792 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 A$91
Amtrak San Jose Los Angeles recent customer reviews
It was my 1st time taking the train on a long trip.. & I loved it.. seats are wide with enough leg room.. beats driving & flying.. will do it again whenever I come to visit California.
Nicanor P.
Excellent I will do it again
Maria Leticia T.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, US to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Los Angeles start from A$91. The average price for this train route is around A$107. 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 Los Angeles?
The average train ride duration from San Jose to Los Angeles is 10h 45m, covering a distance of 306 miles (492 km). The quickest train can get you there in 10h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Jose to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?
The earliest train departs from San Jose to Los Angeles at 10:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:26am.
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 Jose, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on May 1, 2026 with a price of A$120To 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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from A$120 to A$543 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at A$120 which is on 2026-05-08.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Los Angeles, US?
The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Jose, US and Los Angeles, 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 A$107 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from A$91. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Los Angeles, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Jose, US to Los Angeles, US in about 7h 35m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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