How to get from San Jose to Orchard Station by light rail?

San Jose to Orchard Station - Light Rail Schedule

The BLUE LINE light rail from San Jose to Orchard Station runs from 4:31 AM to 10:43 PM, with departures every 15-30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From San Jose to Orchard Station by light rail

Take one direct light rail from San Jose to Orchard Station in San Jose: take the BLUE LINE light rail from Cottle Station station to Orchard Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 60 min. The ride fare is $2.50. The light rail schedule from San Jose may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Orchard Station on the Moovit app.

60min$2.50
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - BLUE LINE
Walk to Orchard Station
Leaves from Cottle Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Cottle Station
    ID PS_CTTL
    880 yd • 11 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - BLUE LINE
    Wait for light rail
    BLUE LINE
    Baypointe
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Orchard Station
    ID PS_ORCH
    47 min
  • 4
    Walk to Orchard Station
    Walk to
    Orchard Station
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Jose to Orchard Station

The distance between San Jose, San Jose and Orchard Station, San Jose is approximately 15.03 mi, which can typically be travelled in 60 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Jose to Orchard Station by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Jose – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail schedule from San Jose to Orchard Station

To check the light rail schedule from San Jose to Orchard Station using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (San Jose) and destination (Orchard Station), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest light rail schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Orchard Station?

    The fastest way takes 60 minutes, using Light Rail line BLUE LINE.

  • Is there a direct light rail between San Jose and Orchard Station?

    Yes, there’s a direct light rail going from San Jose in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Orchard Station in San Jose in 60 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from San Jose to Orchard Station?

    The BLUE LINE light rail line goes from Cottle Station near San Jose in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Orchard Station near Orchard Station in San Jose.

  • How long does it take to travel from San Jose to Orchard Station by light rail?

    The total travel time between San Jose in San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Orchard Station in San Jose by light rail is about 60 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near San Jose to get to Orchard Station?

    Get on the BLUE LINE light rail from the Cottle Station near San Jose in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between San Jose and Orchard Station?

    Get off the light rail at the Orchard Station, which is closest to Orchard Station in San Jose.

  • How much is the light rail fare from San Jose to Orchard Station?

    The ride from San Jose to Orchard Station costs $2.50.

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