The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Anaheim, CA
Cheapest price
£73
Average price
£83
Fastest journey
11 h 13 m
Average duration
11 h 26 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
530 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to Anaheim, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Jose, CA to Anaheim, CA will cost around £83 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £73.
Of the 2 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Anaheim, CA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 530 km distance in an average of 11 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 11 h 38 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.




Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for San Jose, CA to Anaheim, CA
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Anaheim, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £39.
Distance: 530 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£75 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest | £137 Average Price |
11h 34m Average total duration 11h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 27m Average total duration 8h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration Fastest 1h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Anaheim, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Anaheim, CA trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3910 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 586 Pacific Surfliner | 14:25 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 12h23 | 02:48 Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 3 changes | |
11 Coast Starlight · 794 Pacific Surfliner | 18:26 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 12h22 | 06:48 Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Anaheim, CA
Trains from San Jose, CA to Anaheim, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £31 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:55, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 530 km distance in 11h 13m.
Distance 530 km |
Average train duration 11h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £72 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 11h 13m |
First train 05:55 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Anaheim, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Anaheim, CA from £31. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: San Jose, CA to Anaheim, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Anaheim, 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 Anaheim, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in San Jose, CA and Anaheim, 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 - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Katella Avenue.
- JT Schmid's Restaurant & Brewery
- The Catch
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Ayres Hotel Anaheim
- TownePlace Suites by Marriott Anaheim Maingate Near Angel Stadium
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim Orange
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: Platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available on-site
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