Train from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from San Jose to San Diego on 12 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Old Town San DiegoCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Santa Fe DepotNo tags
Amtrak
Diridon Station
Old Town San DiegoNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 13 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 755, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
13h 30mAverage duration
665 kmDistance
17kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 755 - R 3 687Average duration13h 30m
17kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 722 - R 3 243Average duration14h 24m
61kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from San Jose to San Diego?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to San Diego start from R 1 722. The average price for this train route is around R 2 474. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from San Jose to San Diego is 14h 24m, covering a distance of 670 km. The quickest train can get you there in 13h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from San Jose to San Diego departs at 10:26. And the latest train departs at 10:26.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
09/12
R 1 764
10/12
R 1 764
Today
R 1 764
12/12
R 1 764
13/12
R 2 802
14/12
R 2 249
15/12
R 1 764
16/12
R 1 764
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 764

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 R 1 764 to R 7 869 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 R 1 764, which is on 2025-12-12.

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