What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Sacramento, CA?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Sacramento, CA is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Sacramento, CA?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Sacramento, CA is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct train between San Jose and Sacramento, CA?

No, there is no direct train from San Jose to Sacramento, CA. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at Sacramento via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from San Jose to Sacramento, CA?

The distance between San Jose and Sacramento, CA is 144 miles. The road distance is 111 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose to Sacramento, CA without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose to Sacramento, CA without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Sacramento, CA?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from San Jose to Sacramento, CA, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Sacramento, CA train from?

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

Where does the San Jose to Sacramento, CA train arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Jose to Sacramento, CA?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Sacramento, CA is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from San Jose to Sacramento, CA.

Where can I stay near Sacramento, CA?

There are 274+ hotels available in Sacramento, CA.

San Jose to Sacramento, CA - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and Caltrain

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There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to Sacramento, CA by train (Amtrak), car, train, plane, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Jose to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor / ...
4h 22m
$46–91
Drive 110.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Jose to Sacramento, CAcar 110.4 mi
2h 7m
$21–30
Caltrain, fly, line 51 bus
1. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane SFO - SMF
3. Take the bus from 7Th St & Capitol Ave to Stockton Blvd & 65Th Stbus
4h 36m
$471–777

San Jose to Sacramento, CA by train, foot, and bus (Amtrak)

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4h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 142.7 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Sacramento every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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