How to get to San Jose, CA from Davis, CA

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Compare train and coach for Davis, CA to San Jose, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £31, while a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 135 km

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Compare ways to travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA

Compare the available ways to get from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is a train with an average price of £31.
The fastest way to travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Davis, CA and San Jose, CA including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £31 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£14. The journey takes 2h 49m versus 1h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA

How to get to San Jose, CA from Davis, CA by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Davis, CA to San Jose, CA

Travel to San Jose, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA.

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There are 2 options to travel between Davis, CA and San Jose, CA including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is a train with an average price of £31.
The fastest way to travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is by train with an average journey time of 3h 19m.
The Davis, CA to San Jose, CA distance is approximately 135 km.
The average frequency per day from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA is:
  • Around 15 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Davis, CA and San Jose, CA as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA:
  • Trains mostly depart from Davis station, Davis, CA and arrive in San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Sacramento, Bus Terminal and arrive in San José, Cahill Street (Diridon Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to San Jose, CA by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA:
  • 14 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA often also extend their vacation to go to Los Angeles, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Seattle, WA, San Diego, CA, Portland, OR. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between San Jose, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Davis, CA to San Jose, CA, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In San Jose, CA, you can explore the Japanese Friendship Garden, visit the interactive Children's Discovery Museum, and enjoy performances at the San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. Discover Silicon Valley's history at the Computer History Museum, or take a scenic hike in Alum Rock Park. Notable sights include the intriguing Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive, the San Jose Museum of Art, the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum, and the serene Municipal Rose Garden.
Three to four days in San Jose, CA, allows you to explore key attractions like the Tech Interactive, Winchester Mystery House, and nearby natural parks, while also enjoying the local dining and cultural scene.

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