How much does a train ticket from Fresno to San Jose cost?

The average train ticket price from Fresno to San Jose is $58. The best way to find train tickets from Fresno to San Jose is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Fresno to San Jose?

A train trip between Fresno and San Jose is around 7h 47m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 51m. This is the time it takes to travel the 124 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Fresno and San Jose?

The number of trains from Fresno to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Fresno to San Jose by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Fresno to San Jose?

When taking the train from Fresno to San Jose, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Jose?

Once in San Jose, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are San Jose Betsuin Buddhist Church, Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph, Cinnabar Hills Golf Club, San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art, Mexican Heritage Plaza.

Train Fresno to San Jose from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Fresno to San Jose on November 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:12am	Amtrak Station	4h 38m	10:50am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
2:16pm	Amtrak Station	4h 19m	6:35pm	Diridon Station	Fastest
6:12am	Amtrak Station	5h 51m	12:03pm	Diridon Station	No tags
10:16am	Amtrak Station	7h 47m	6:03pm	Diridon Station	No tags
10:16am	Amtrak Station	8h 38m	6:54pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:33 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Fresno 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 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3h 25mAverage Duration

123 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$56 - $56	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$58 - $65	Average Duration7h 47m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5593 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 $42

Amtrak Fresno San Jose recent customer reviews

Train and bus on time. Not too crowded.

Joseph T.

July 5, 2023

Big five

Govind L.

April 8, 2023

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

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

Stops in Fresno, US

A - Amtrak Station

Stops in San Jose, US

A - Diridon Station

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

How much does a train ticket from Fresno to San Jose cost?
How long is the train trip from Fresno to San Jose?
How many daily trains are there between Fresno and San Jose?
Which train companies travel from Fresno to San Jose?
What are the best sights and things to do in San Jose?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/16

$41

11/17

$41

Today

$41

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$41

11/20

$41

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$41

11/22

$39

11/23

$41

The cheapest trip from Fresno, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $39

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

You can expect to pay from $39 to $77 for a train ticket from Fresno, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-11-22.