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Trip Overview

The average train between San Jose and Reno takes 12h 5m and the fastest train takes 9h 9m. There is at least one train per day from San Jose to Reno. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

12h 5m
Duration
284 mi
Distance
$187
Average price
Once daily
Frequency

San Jose to Reno train times

Trains run once daily between San Jose and Reno. The earliest departure is at 6:18 AM in the morning, and the last departure from San Jose is at 8:05 PM which arrives into Reno at 3:27 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 12h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak9h 9m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak9h 9m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak19h 29m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrak19h 22m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak9h 9m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak9h 9m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from San Jose to Reno? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from San Jose to Reno.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 284.2 mi
  • Duration: 12h 5m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and Reno, NV, USA?

You can take a train from San Jose to Reno via Sacramento in around 9h 19m.

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