How much does a train ticket from Reno to San Jose cost?

The average train ticket price from Reno to San Jose is $83. The best way to find train tickets from Reno to San Jose is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Reno to San Jose?

A train trip between Reno and San Jose is around 12h 42m, although the fastest train will take about 12h 42m. This is the time it takes to travel the 189 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Reno and San Jose?

The number of trains from Reno to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Reno to San Jose by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in San Jose?

Once in San Jose, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are San Jose Betsuin Buddhist Church, Cathedral Basilica of Saint Joseph, Cinnabar Hills Golf Club, San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art, Mexican Heritage Plaza.

Trains from Reno to San Jose (CA), US | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Reno to San Jose.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $83	Average Duration11h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$83 - $255	Average Duration12h 42m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Reno to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

11h 30mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest ticket

8kgCO₂ emissions

Train Reno to San Jose: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$83

Average train trip duration12h 42m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure9:24am

Distance190 miles (305 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,075 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5075 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $83.00

Amtrak Reno San Jose recent customer reviews

Delays over 3 hours

Emma S.

May 14, 2023

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Reno to San Jose Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Reno and San Jose?

Stops in Reno

A - Reno Station

Stops in San Jose

A - Diridon Station

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Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Jose you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Reno and San Jose, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Reno to San Jose, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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Train from San Jose to Reno

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Trains tickets from Reno to San Jose (CA), US