The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Glendale, CA
Cheapest price
$118
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
10 h 2 m
Average duration
10 h 2 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to Glendale, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Jose, CA to Glendale, CA will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Glendale, CA on Thu, Apr 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 484 km distance in an average of 10 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 2 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 10 h 2 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.
07:25PM10h02San Jose, CA05:27AMGlendale, CA$1181One-way0 transfers
07:25PM10h02San Jose, CA05:27AMGlendale, CA$1181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to Glendale, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Glendale, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $174.
Distance: 300 miles (484 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$117 Average price | $265 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest |
10h 10m Average total duration 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 57m Average total duration Fastest 8h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets San Jose, CA to Glendale, CA by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Glendale, CA
Trains from San Jose, CA to Glendale, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $107 (€87) but you can travel from only $50 (€41) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 300 miles (484 km) distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 300 miles (484 km) |
Average train duration 9h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $107 (€87) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 10h 0m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Glendale, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Glendale, CA from $50 (€41). 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 San Jose, CA to Glendale, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Glendale, 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 Glendale, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Jose, CA to Glendale, 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
- Yoshinoya
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