San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA Train
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San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA by train
The journey from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA by train is 417.38 mi and takes 14 hr 27 min. There are 5 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:25 AM and the last at 11:25 AM. It is possible to travel from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA by train for as little as $107.21 or as much as $146.67. The best price for this journey is $107.21.
| Lowest Price | $107.21 |
| Journey Duration | 14 hr 27 min |
| Connection per Day | Amtrak 5 |
| Lowest Price | Amtrak $107.21 |
| Highest Price | Amtrak $146.67 |
| First Departure | Amtrak 6:25 AM |
| Last Departure | Amtrak 11:25 AM |
| Distance | Amtrak 417.38 mi |
| Departure | Amtrak San Jose, CA |
| Arrival | Amtrak San Diego, CA |
| Carriers | Amtrak Amtrak |
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Find the best day to travel to San Diego, CA by train
When travelling to San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA
Compare services on board when travelling from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA by train.
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San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
47.02kg
Bus
50.38kg
Flight
134.34kg
Car
107.47kg
What are the CO2 emissions from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between San Jose, CA and San Diego, CA are 47.02kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between San Jose, CA and San Diego, CA? By taking the train between San Jose, CA and San Diego, CA you will save 87.32kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 3.36kg compared to a bus and 60.45kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA?
A train ticket from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA is $123.86. 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 $107.21.
What's the cheapest train ticket from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA is $107.21. 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 San Diego, CA by train?
San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA is 417.38 mi.
How long does the train between San Jose, CA and San Diego, CA take?
San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA is on average 14 hr 27 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 13 hr 25 min.
How many train connections per day go from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA?
San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA has 5 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA leave?
The earliest train from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA departs at 6:25 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 San Diego, CA depart?
The latest train from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA departs at 11:25 AM. 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 San Diego, 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 $107.21 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.
What's the fastest journey time between San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between San Jose, CA and San Diego, CA is 13 hr 25 min.
Is there a direct train from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between San Jose, CA and San Diego, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA by train?
The train journey from San Jose, CA to San Diego, CA creates 47.02kg of CO2 emissions.