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

The average train ticket price from San Jose to Madera is $44. The best way to find train tickets from San Jose to Madera 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 San Jose to Madera?

A train trip between San Jose and Madera is around 6h 13m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 43m. This is the time it takes to travel the 105 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from San Jose to Madera can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Jose to Madera by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Madera.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$46 - $66	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$41 - $48	Average Duration6h 13m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from San Jose to Madera

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Madera. The journey takes about 6 hours 13 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

6h 13mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest ticket

15kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Jose to Madera: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$44

Average train trip duration6h 13m

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure6:18am

Distance103 miles (165 km)

Latest train departure3:35pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,082 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5082 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 $41.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

San Jose to Madera Train

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

Stops in San Jose

A - Diridon Station

Stops in Madera

A - Madera, CA

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between San Jose and Madera is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Madera.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Madera, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between San Jose and Madera, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from San Jose to Madera while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose to Madera?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time9h 25m	Avg Price$58	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time6h 13m	Avg Price$44	Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between San Jose and Madera is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $44 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $41. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Madera, choose the train, as it will take you from San Jose to Madera in about 6h 13m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to San Jose by train?

Train from Madera to San Jose

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