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Cheap train tickets from San Jose to Santa Clara
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Trip Summary
There are usually 4 daily train trips available from San Jose to Santa Clara. Travelling by train from San Jose to Santa Clara usually takes 11 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Capitol Corridor train can make the trip in 6 minutes.
- Distance
- 4 mi (6 km)
- Fastest train
- 6m
- Lowest price
- £3.72
- Trains per day
- 4
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak Capitol Corridor
- Train lines
- 1
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San Jose to Santa Clara Train Timetable
There are several train options that can take you from San Jose to Santa Clara:
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Which train should you take from San Jose to Santa Clara?
Amtrak Capitol Corridor is the one and only train line which connects San Jose to Santa Clara. However, there are 4 trains per day to choose from.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Capitol Corridor | 4 | 11m | £3.72 |
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. Most Capitol Corridor trips make the journey from San Jose to Santa Clara in about 11 minutes.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from San Jose to Santa Clara
There are 4 daily scheduled trains, all of which are direct trains that take you the entire way from San Jose to Santa Clara. You can also take a train for your return trip from Santa Clara to San Jose.
Trains per day
4
Direct trains
4
The distance between San Jose and Santa Clara is approximately 4 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 6 minutes. It's a short and pleasant ride; the train is a perfect way to get to Santa Clara.
Distance (mi)
4
Distance (km)
6
The earliest train departs San Jose at 6:18 while the last train of the day leaves at 20:05. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full timetable for your specific travel dates.
First train
6:18am
Last train
8:05pm
Trains from San Jose to Santa Clara are the most crowded on Friday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Saturday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Friday
Least crowded
Saturday
City Information
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.
Santa Clara
Santa Clara is a city in the San Francisco Bay Area, home to Santa Clara University, the San Francisco 49ers, and many of Silicon Valley's prominent tech companies. The Intel Museum, at Intel's headquarters, is the perfect place to celebrate technological advances and see exhibits like a giant replica of an Intel computing chip. The Intel Museum is free to visit, as is the Triton Museum of Art, home to contemporary artworks from Bay Area artists.
If you'd rather escape the fast-paced world of tech, the Santa Clara Valley is also home to over 30 wineries that encourage visitors to take it slow and relax a while. Drink in the view as you sip the wines at Kirigin Cellars, one of the oldest wineries in California.
Santa Clara is a fabulous city for a family holiday, too, just maybe without the winery visits. Instead, treat the kids to thrills at California's Great America amusement park and South Bay Shores water park.
Santa Clara is one of the stops on the Capitol Corridor train that runs from San Jose to Sacramento. Amtrak Thruway provides a few coach trips out of Santa Clara, but there are even more options departing from its neighbours, San Jose and San Francisco. The closest major airport to Santa Clara is the San Jose Airport, but it also convenient to fly into San Francisco or Oakland.
Station Information
Where is the train station in San Jose?
Main departure station: Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St
Diridon Station opened in 1935 with architecture inspired by the Italian Renaissance, and today is a vital part of Silicon Valley’s transport 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.
All train stations in San Jose:
- Diridon Caltrain Station - 65 Cahill St
Where is the train station in Santa Clara?
Main arrival station: 5099 Stars and Stripes Dr
Santa Clara receives travellers from San Jose at its two active train stations.
Train stations in Santa Clara:
- 5099 Stars and Stripes Dr
- Caltrain ACE station - 1001 Railroad Ave
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