Trains tickets from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US

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Next departures to San Diego

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 29 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: July 30 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Old Town San Diego
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to San Diego

Bus
Average PriceUS$48 - US$190Average Duration12h 5m
17kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$79 - US$169Average Duration18h 59m
61kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 12 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
12h 5mAverage Duration
US$48Cheapest ticket
17kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$101
Average train trip duration18h 59m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure10:26am
Distance670 km
Latest train departure3:35pm

San Jose to San Diego Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - San Diego, CA, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from San Jose to San Diego cost?

    The average train ticket price from San Jose to San Diego is US$101. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Jose to San Diego 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!

  2. How long is the trip from San Jose to San Diego?

    A train trip between San Jose and San Diego is around 18h 59m, although the fastest train will take about 13h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 672 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily trains are there between San Jose and San Diego?

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

  4. Which train companies travel from San Jose to San Diego?

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07-26
US$372
07-27
US$162
Today
US$96
07-29
US$96
07-30
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07-31
US$96
08-01
US$96
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Jul 28, 2025 with a price of US$96

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

You can expect to pay from US$96 to US$487 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$96 which is on 2025-07-29.

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 San Jose and San Diego is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in San Diego.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to San Diego, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between San Jose and San Diego, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

Did you know?

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 travelling between the city and the suburbs.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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.

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