The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
€109
Average price
€120
Fastest journey
10 h 17 m
Average duration
11 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
492 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around €120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €109.
Of the 3 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Wed, Nov 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 492 km distance in an average of 11 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 17 m .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 13 h 54 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner
11 Coast Starlight
11 Coast Starlight · 6241 AMTRAK
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner
11 Coast Starlight
11 Coast Starlight · 6241 AMTRAKTravel Information
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €38.
Distance: 492 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€98 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest | €157 Average price |
11h 1m Average total duration 10h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4794 AMTRAK · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 7:35 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 10h00 | 5:35 AM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, November 5 | |||||
3768 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK | 2:00 AM Robert J. Cabral Station, Stockton, CA | 8h00 | 10:00 AM Glendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA | 2 transfers | |
11 Coast Starlight | 6:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 10h45 | 5:11 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
11 Coast Starlight · 6241 AMTRAK | 6:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 13h54 | 8:20 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Distance 492 km |
Average train duration 10h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €63 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 10h 5m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Los Angeles, CA from €38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line


