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How to get to San Jose by train
- Routes
- 36
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- train lines
- 3
- Stations
- 1
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About San Jose
San Jose is located in the heart of the world-famous Silicon Valley in California’s Bay Area. It is the largest city in Northern California and, as such, it is the area’s cultural, political and financial centre.
While you’re in San Jose, make sure to check out the city’s various museums. Since you’re in the world’s foremost technology hub, the Tech Museum of Innovation is a must-visit. And since you’re on the West Coast, you should stop by the San Jose Museum of Art that features the largest permanent collection of works from West Coast artists.
Thanks to its mild California climate, San Jose is one of the best cities in the U.S. for outdoor activities, and due to its largely younger-leaning population, it offers quite the vibrant nightlife. In fact, San Jose is among the biggest party hubs in America.
San Jose is served by various coach carriers and has several Amtrak stops within its vicinity. In addition, the city’s airport is located right near the downtown area, which makes travel to and from San Jose a breeze.
Station Information
Diridon Station opened in 1935 with architecture inspired by the Italian Renaissance, and today is a vital part of Silicon Valley’s transportation system. Diridon Station connects Amtrak train service to local commuter service like the Caltrain and VTA Light Rail. The station is also a major hub for coach transit on Amtrak Thruway and Greyhound coaches. With paid parking onsite, bicycle racks, and accessible entrances, travellers can easily reach the station from nearby downtown San Jose. As a bonus, food trucks frequently set up outside the station to provide delicious cheap eats for passengers.
Popular train stations in San Jose:
- Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St
What train companies travel to San Jose, CA?
Located in California, San Jose is accessible by train from 36 other cities. You can choose from 196 daily scheduled trips when you search for trains to San Jose on Wanderu. Amtrak usually has the most trains on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Bus tickets to San Jose are also available.
Train companies serving San Jose
| Train | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 200 | 10 hrs, 18 mins | £75.87 |
| Amtrak Capitol Corridor | 15 | 1 hr, 53 mins | £17.74 |
| Amtrak Coast Starlight | 24 | 6 hrs, 43 mins | £63.17 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
Since 1991, Capitol Corridor has connected Auburn to San Jose, with stops in Sacramento, Oakland, Berkeley, and 15 other cities in Northern California. The route's convenient transport to various cities includes breathtaking scenery guaranteed to help pass the time. Each train offers onboard WiFi and a cafe car for the comfort of passengers, as well as ample bicycle and luggage storage.
The Coast Starlight is an Amtrak train that travels the entire length of the West Coast, connecting Los Angeles to Seattle. The route starts hugging the California coastline, treating passengers to swoon-worthy views of the Pacific, before continuing into the verdant forests of the Cascade Mountains. The Coast Starlight indisputably earns its spot among the most scenic Amtrak train routes. Seating options include Coach or Business Class and roomettes or bedrooms for extra space.
Which train carrier has the best service to San Jose?
Based on customers’ travel reviews, travellers who booked on Wanderu rave about travelling to San Jose by train with Amtrak Capitol Corridor, giving it a 4.9 rating out of 5.
Travellers also mentioned that Amtrak Capitol Corridor had the most comfortable train service to San Jose, taking into account the seats and amenities it offers. They rate Amtrak Capitol Corridor at 4.8 out of 5 when it comes to how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive in San Jose punctually, travellers suggest that Amtrak has the best on-time performance on its train schedules to San Jose, rating it 4.8 out of 5 for on-time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
£3.75 is the cheapest price for a train ticket to San Jose, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on trains from your city to San Jose. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to San Jose was £3.75.
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The main train station in San Jose is Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St. As the busiest station, it has the most train arrivals, although some trains may make other stops in and around San Jose.
The closest airport to San Jose is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl Airport (SJC), located 2.9 miles from the city centre of San Jose.
San Jose ranks number 7 among the most popular train destinations in California. San Jose ranks number 34 among train destinations in the country. San Jose ranks number 13 in California by the number of places connected to it by train. There are 110 direct train schedules arriving in San Jose each day.
The population of San Jose is 1,026,908. It ranks number 3 by population in California. It ranks number 9 by population in the country.
A short train trip to San Jose, under 60 miles, can cost as little as £3.75. A 60 to 200 mile train trip to San Jose starts at £19.50. A longer trip by train to San Jose can be as cheap as £35.26. Looking to travel across state or province lines? A trip from out of your region will be as low as £68.26.
People who take the train to San Jose are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a train last minute make taking a train to San Jose easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest train station to the city centre of San Jose is Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St, located just 1.1 miles away. Select Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of San Jose. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
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| Los Angeles | 9 hrs, 35 mins | £87.35 |
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