How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Reno?

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Reno start from $87. The average price for this train route is around $99. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Jose to Reno?

The average train ride duration from San Jose to Reno is 9h 9m, covering a distance of 189 miles (305 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 50m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Jose to Reno route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Jose to Reno?

The earliest train departs from San Jose to Reno at 6:18am. And the latest train departs at 6:18am.

Train San Jose to Reno from $82 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for San Jose to Reno on April 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:50pm	Diridon Station	6h 50m	7:40pm	Reno Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for San Jose to Reno on April 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:18am	Diridon Station	7h 37m	1:55pm	Reno Station	CheapestFastest
6:18am	Diridon Station	9h 9m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
6:18am	Diridon Station	9h 9m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Reno on April 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:18am	Diridon Station	7h 37m	1:55pm	Reno Station	CheapestFastest
6:18am	Diridon Station	9h 9m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags
6:18am	Diridon Station	9h 9m	3:27pm	Reno Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:01 AM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Reno

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Reno. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

7h 30mAverage Duration

190 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$32 - $127	Average Duration7h 30m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$87 - $297	Average Duration9h 9m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Jose, US and Reno?

San Jose, US

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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Reno

A
Reno Station
101169 E Commercial Row, Reno, NV 89501, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,781 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5781 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $87

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, US to Reno by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Reno?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Reno start from $87. The average price for this train route is around $99. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Jose to Reno?
The average train ride duration from San Jose to Reno is 9h 9m, covering a distance of 189 miles (305 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Jose to Reno route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Jose to Reno?
The earliest train departs from San Jose to Reno at 6:18am. And the latest train departs at 6:18am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

03/30

$87

03/31

$87

Today

$87

04/02

No data

04/03

$82

04/04

$87

04/05

$87

04/06

$87

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Reno was searched and found on Apr 3, 2026 with a price of $82

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 Reno, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $82 to $484 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Reno based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $82 which is on 2026-04-03.