San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA Train
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San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train
The journey from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train is 306.16 mi and takes 10 hr 37 min. There are 12 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:20 AM and the last at 3:40 PM. It is possible to travel from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train for as little as $69.37 or as much as $133.78. The best price for this journey is $69.37.
| Lowest Price | $69.37 |
| Journey Duration | 10 hr 37 min |
| Connection per Day | Amtrak 12 |
| Lowest Price | Amtrak $69.37 |
| Highest Price | Amtrak $133.78 |
| First Departure | Amtrak 6:20 AM |
| Last Departure | Amtrak 3:40 PM |
| Distance | Amtrak 306.16 mi |
| Departure | Amtrak San Jose, CA |
| Arrival | Amtrak Los Angeles, CA |
| Carriers | Amtrak Amtrak |
Find the best day to travel to Los Angeles, CA by train
When travelling to Los Angeles, CA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Compare services on board when travelling from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train.
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San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
34.49kg
Bus
36.95kg
Flight
98.54kg
Car
78.84kg
What are the CO2 emissions from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between San Jose, CA and Los Angeles, CA are 34.49kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between San Jose, CA and Los Angeles, CA? By taking the train between San Jose, CA and Los Angeles, CA you will save 64.05kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 2.46kg compared to a bus and 44.35kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
A train ticket from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA is $88.17. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $69.37.
What's the cheapest train ticket from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA is $69.37. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between San Jose, CA and Los Angeles, CA by train?
San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA is 306.16 mi.
How long does the train between San Jose, CA and Los Angeles, CA take?
San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA is on average 10 hr 37 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 9 hr 0 min.
How many train connections per day go from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA has 12 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA leave?
The earliest train from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA departs at 6:20 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA depart?
The latest train from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA departs at 3:40 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $69.37 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
There are on average 2 direct connection(s) from San Jose, CA to go to Los Angeles, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between San Jose, CA and Los Angeles, CA is 9 hr 0 min.
Is there a direct train from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between San Jose, CA and Los Angeles, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train?
The train journey from San Jose, CA to Los Angeles, CA creates 34.49kg of CO2 emissions.