Trains tickets from San Jose, US to Fresno, US

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Thu31 Jul
from US$51
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Next departures to Fresno

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Fresno
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Fresno
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 August at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: Fresno
    Destination location: Amtrak Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Fresno

Bus
Average priceUS$30 - US$130Average duration3h
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$40 - US$63Average duration6h 40m
18kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to Fresno

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Fresno. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just US$30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
3hAverage duration
US$30Cheapest ticket
5kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Jose, US to Fresno, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$48
Average train trip duration6h 40m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure06:18
Distance124 miles
Latest train departure15:35

San Jose to Fresno Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Fresno, US

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from San Jose to Fresno cost?

    The average train ticket price from San Jose to Fresno is US$48. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Jose to Fresno 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from San Jose to Fresno?

    A train trip between San Jose and Fresno is around 6h 40m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 124 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between San Jose and Fresno?

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

  4. Which train companies travel from San Jose to Fresno?

    When taking the train from San Jose to Fresno, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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28/07
US$48
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US$48
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US$48
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US$48
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Fresno, US was searched and found on 28 Jul 2025 with a price of US$48

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Jose, US to Fresno, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$48 to US$52 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Fresno, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$48, which is on 2025-07-30.

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 Fresno is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Fresno.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Fresno 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 San Jose and Fresno, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from San Jose to Fresno.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Fresno, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Jose, US and Fresno, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$48 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$40. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Fresno, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Jose, US to Fresno, US in about 3h – that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from Fresno, US to San Jose, US

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