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

The average train ticket price from Palm Springs to San Jose is $117. The best way to find train tickets from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to San Jose?

A train trip between Palm Springs and San Jose is around 17h 44m, although the fastest train will take about 17h 44m. This is the time it takes to travel the 386 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Palm Springs and San Jose?

The number of trains from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to San Jose by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Once in San Jose, you can exploring 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.

Trains from Palm Springs to San Jose (CA), US | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Palm Springs to San Jose.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$64 - $160	Average Duration17h	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$117 - $117	Average Duration17h 44m	CO₂ emissions 56kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Palm Springs to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 17 hours and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

17hAverage Duration

$64Cheapest ticket

15kgCO₂ emissions

Train Palm Springs to San Jose: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$117

Average train trip duration17h 44m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure2:02am

Distance382 miles (616 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,106 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5106 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 $117.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Palm Springs to San Jose Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Palm Springs and San Jose?

Stops in Palm Springs

A - Palm Springs Airport

Stops in San Jose

A - Diridon Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip Palm Springs - San Jose

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Palm Springs and San Jose is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in San Jose.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Jose you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Palm Springs and San Jose, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Palm Springs to San Jose, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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Train from San Jose to Palm Springs

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Trains tickets from Palm Springs to San Jose (CA), US