What is the cheapest way to get from Redding to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Redding to San Jose is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Redding to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Redding to San Jose is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Redding and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from Redding station to San Jose. However, there are services departing from Redding Bus Station and arriving at San Jose via Sacramento Bus Station and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Redding and San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Redding Amtrak and arriving at San Jose. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Redding to San Jose?

The distance between Redding and San Jose is 252 miles. The road distance is 246.4 miles.

How do I travel from Redding to San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from Redding to San Jose without a car is to train which takes 7h 43m and costs $90 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Redding to San Jose?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Redding to San Jose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Redding to San Jose bus from?

Redding to San Jose bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Redding Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Redding to San Jose train from?

Redding to San Jose train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Redding Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Redding to San Jose?

The best way to get from Redding to San Jose is to train which takes 7h 43m and costs $90 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $100 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Redding to San Jose bus arrive?

Redding to San Jose bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Redding to San Jose train arrive?

Redding to San Jose train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Redding to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Redding to San Jose is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Redding to San Jose.

How do I get a train ticket from Redding to San Jose?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Redding to San Jose?

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Where can I stay near San Jose?

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Redding to San Jose - 4 ways to travel via train, line 15 bus, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Redding to San Jose by bus, plane, train, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), or car

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Line 15 bus, fly, Caltrain
best
1. Take the bus from Downtown Passenger Terminal Gate 5 to Redding Regional Airportbus
2. Fly from Redding Municipal Airport (RDD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane RDD - SFO
3. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
4h 34m
$456–822
Drive 245 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Redding to San Josecar 245 mi
4h 5m
$45–65
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Redding Amtrak to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
7h 43m
$90–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Redding Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Stocktonbus
3. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus
8h 14m
$57–100

Redding to San Jose by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

7h 43mAverage Duration

$90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 250.2 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Redding Amtrak to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $90–190 and the journey takes 7h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Redding Bus Station to San Jose via Sacramento Bus Station, Stockton, and Stockton in around 8h 14m.

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