How much is the train ticket from Fresno to San Jose?

The cheapest train tickets from Fresno to San Jose start from $58. The average price for this train route is around $58. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Fresno to San Jose?

The average train ride duration from Fresno to San Jose is 5h 51m, covering a distance of 124 miles (200 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 19m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Fresno to San Jose route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Fresno to San Jose?

The earliest train departs from Fresno to San Jose at 6:12am. And the latest train departs at 10:16am.

Train Fresno to San Jose from $41 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Fresno to San Jose on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:58am	Amtrak Station	4h 47m	11:45am	Diridon Station	Cheapest
		12:58pm	Amtrak Station	4h 37m	5:35pm	Diridon Station	Fastest

Next departures for Fresno to San Jose on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:58pm	Amtrak Station	4h 37m	5:35pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:49 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Fresno to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3h 25mAverage Duration

123 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$56 - $57	Average Duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$58 - $65	Average Duration5h 51m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Fresno, US and San Jose, US?

Fresno, US

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Amtrak Station
2660 Tulare St, Fresno, CA 93721, USA
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San Jose, US

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Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5636 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $44

Amtrak Fresno San Jose recent customer reviews

Train and bus on time. Not too crowded.

Joseph T.

July 5, 2023

Big five

Govind L.

April 8, 2023

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Fresno, US to San Jose, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Fresno to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from Fresno to San Jose start from $58. The average price for this train route is around $58. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Fresno to San Jose?
The average train ride duration from Fresno to San Jose is 5h 51m, covering a distance of 124 miles (200 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 19m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Fresno to San Jose route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Fresno to San Jose?
The earliest train departs from Fresno to San Jose at 6:12am. And the latest train departs at 10:16am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$41

12/10

$41

Today

$41

12/12

$41

12/13

$41

12/14

$41

12/15

$41

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The cheapest trip from Fresno, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $41

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

You can expect to pay from $41 to $41 for a train ticket from Fresno, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-12-12.