How much is the train ticket from Solana Beach to San Jose?

The cheapest train tickets from Solana Beach to San Jose start from $105. The average price for this train route is around $165. 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 Solana Beach to San Jose?

The average train ride duration from Solana Beach to San Jose is 13h 6m, covering a distance of 397 miles (640 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 40m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach to San Jose?

The earliest train departs from Solana Beach to San Jose at 6:40am. And the latest train departs at 6:40am.

Train Solana Beach to San Jose from $100 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Solana Beach to San Jose on December 16
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:40am	Solana Beach, CA	11h 40m	6:20pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
4:40am	Solana Beach, CA	12h 10m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags
4:40am	Solana Beach, CA	12h 10m	4:50pm	Diridon Station	No tags
6:40am	Solana Beach, CA	11h 40m	6:20pm	Diridon Station	No tags
6:40am	Solana Beach, CA	13h 6m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:26 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Solana Beach to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 16 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

16h 20mAverage Duration

397 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$104 - $104	Average Duration16h 20m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$105 - $593	Average Duration13h 6m	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5650 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 $105

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from Solana Beach to San Jose start from $105. The average price for this train route is around $165. 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 Solana Beach to San Jose?
The average train ride duration from Solana Beach to San Jose is 13h 6m, covering a distance of 397 miles (640 km). The quickest train can get you there in 11h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach to San Jose?
The earliest train departs from Solana Beach to San Jose at 6:40am. And the latest train departs at 6:40am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$112

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$112

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$112

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$112

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The cheapest trip from Solana Beach to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $112

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

You can expect to pay from $112 to $489 for a train ticket from Solana Beach to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $112 which is on 2025-12-16.