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How to get to San Jose by train
| Routes | 45 |
| Trips per day | 212 |
| 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 center.
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 bus 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
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Link to image attributionDiridon 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 bus transit on Amtrak Thruway and Greyhound buses. With paid parking onsite, bicycle racks, and accessible entrances, travelers 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, California?
Located in California, San Jose is accessible by train from 45 other cities. You can choose from 212 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 | 220 | 11h 55m | €85.39 |
| Amtrak Coast Starlight | 27 | 6h 35m | €53.91 |
| Amtrak Capitol Corridor | 15 | 1h 59m | €22.53 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad 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 restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey.
The Amtrak Coast Starlight is a service provided by Amtrak that connects Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles on the US Pacific coast. The full journey winds through the Cascade Mountains, perfectly clipped vineyards, and dense coastal forest, allowing passengers to get a glimpse of the US west coast while enjoying air-conditioned cars, power outlets, complimentary onboard WiFi, and snacks.
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.
Which train carrier has the best service to San Jose?
Based on customers travel reviews, travelers who booked on Wanderu rave about traveling to San Jose by train with Amtrak giving them a 4.6 rating out of 5.
Travelers also mentioned that Amtrak Capitol Corridor had the most comfortable train service to San Jose taking into account the seats and amenities that Amtrak Capitol Corridor offers. They rate Amtrak Capitol Corridor a 4.7 out of 5 when it comes to just how relaxing and enjoyable their experience was onboard.
If you are looking to arrive to San Jose punctually, travelers suggest that Amtrak has the best on time performance on their train schedules to San Jose, rating them a 4.7 based on their on time arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 9h 46m | €82.67 |
| Sacramento | 3h 39m | €34.94 |
| Davis | 3h 21m | €32.42 |
| Martinez | 2h 39m | €23.16 |
| Richmond | 2h 9m | €18.23 |
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