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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Modesto Station | Diridon Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Modesto Station | Diridon Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Modesto Station | Diridon Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Modesto Station | Diridon Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Modesto Station | Diridon Station | No tags |
Get from Modesto to San Jose
The journey takes about 4 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5617 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 $26
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Modesto 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 Modesto to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from Modesto to San Jose start from $44. The average price for this train route is around $44. 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 Modesto to San Jose?
The average train ride duration from Modesto to San Jose is 4h 4m, covering a distance of 59 miles (96 km). The quickest train can get you there in 2h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Modesto 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 Modesto to San Jose?
The earliest train departs from Modesto to San Jose at 8:03am. And the latest train departs at 12:03pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Modesto to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $23To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Modesto to San Jose, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $23 to $46 for a train ticket from Modesto to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-01.
