Train from Oakland to San Jose, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Oakland to San Jose on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Coliseum/Airport
Diridon StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Jack London Square
Diridon StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Emeryville Station
Diridon StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Emeryville Station
Diridon StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Emeryville Station
Diridon StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 05:51 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1h 20mAverage duration
40 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£10 - £15Average duration1h 20m
2kg CO₂e
Average price£14 - £36Average duration1h 17m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to San Jose, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

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

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to San Jose start from £14. The average price for this train route is around £14. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Oakland to San Jose?

    The average train journey time from Oakland to San Jose is 1h 17m, covering a distance of 38 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 3m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Oakland to San Jose route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 23 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oakland to San Jose?

    The earliest train from Oakland to San Jose departs at 05:49. And the latest train departs at 20:53.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
04/12
£12
05/12
£12
Today
£12
07/12
£12
08/12
£12
09/12
£12
10/12
£12
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£12
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to San Jose, US was searched and found on 4 Dec 2025 with a price of £12

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

You can expect to pay from £12 to £108 for a train ticket from Oakland to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-07.

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