The cheapest and fastest trains from Fresno, CA to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
4 h 19 m
Average duration
4 h 34 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
200 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fresno, CA to San Jose, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fresno, CA to San Jose, CA will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Of the 3 trains that leave Fresno, CA for San Jose, CA every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 200 km distance in an average of 4 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 47 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.
20:584h37Fresno, CA1:35San Jose, CA£341One-way0 changes
22:164h19Fresno, CA2:35San Jose, CA£341One-way0 changes
14:584h47Fresno, CA19:45San Jose, CA£391One-way0 changes
22:164h19Fresno, CA2:35San Jose, CA£341One-way0 changes
20:584h37Fresno, CA1:35San Jose, CA£341One-way0 changes
14:584h47Fresno, CA19:45San Jose, CA£391One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Fresno, CA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fresno, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £410.
Distance: 200 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £596 Average Price |
4h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 58m Average total duration 9h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Fresno, CA to San Jose, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fresno, CA to San Jose, CA trains for today, Friday 3 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 14:58 Fresno, CA | 4h47 | 19:45 San Jose, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:58 Fresno, CA | 4h37 | 1:35 San Jose, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:16 Fresno, CA | 4h19 | 2:35 San Jose, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fresno, CA to San Jose, CA
Trains from Fresno, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 200 km distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 200 km |
Average train duration 4h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 5:55 |
Last train 18:00 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Fresno, CA to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Fresno, CA and San Jose, CA from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Fresno, CA to San Jose, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fresno, CA to San Jose, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Jose, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Fresno, CA and San Jose, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Shepherd's Inn
- Joe's Steakhouse
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- DoubleTree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
- Radisson Hotel Fresno Conference Center
- La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Fresno Yosemite
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak trains
- Bus: Fresno Area Express (FAX) routes 22, 26, 28, 34, 38
- 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
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