The cheapest and fastest trains from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
$110
Average price
$110
Fastest journey
13 h 6 m
Average duration
13 h 6 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
554 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA will cost around $110 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $110.
Of the 1 trains that leave Riverside, CA for San Jose, CA on Tue, Dec 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 554 km distance in an average of 13 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 6 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 13 h 6 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 train, bus, and flight for Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, and a flight costs an average of €42.
Distance: 344 miles (554 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€89 Average price | €197 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest |
11h 38m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 51m Average total duration 9h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA trains for today, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:10 PM Riverside, CA | 13h06 | 3:16 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA
Trains from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $107 (€86) but you can travel from only $53 (€42) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 344 miles (554 km) distance in 13h 6m.
Distance 344 miles (554 km) |
Average train duration 11h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€86) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 13h 6m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Riverside, CA and San Jose, CA from $53 (€42). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riverside, 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
Popular train stations from Riverside, CA to San Jose, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 7 days a week with multiple entry and exit points.
- Mission Inn Restaurant
- The Salted Pig
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hyatt Place Riverside/Downtown
- The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
- Marriott Riverside at the Convention Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: Metrolink services
- Platform 2: Amtrak services
- Bus: Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) routes available
- Metrolink: 91/Perris Valley Line, Inland Empire-Orange County Line, Riverside Line
- 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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