How much does a train ticket from San Jose to Washington cost?

The average train ticket price from San Jose to Washington is $615. The best way to find train tickets from San Jose to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from San Jose to Washington?

A train trip between San Jose and Washington is around 3d 3h, although the fastest train will take about 3d 3h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2414 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between San Jose and Washington?

The number of trains from San Jose to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Jose to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American History, United States Capitol.

Trains from San Jose (CA), US to Washington (DC), US | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Washington.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$153 - $564	Average Duration3d 6h	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$367 - $682	Average Duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 354kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 6 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3d 6hAverage Duration

$153Cheapest ticket

97kgCO₂ emissions

Train San Jose to Washington: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$615

Average train trip duration3d 3h

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure6:18am

Distance2414 miles (3892 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,075 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5075 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 $367.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

San Jose to Washington Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Jose and Washington?

Stops in San Jose

A - Diridon Station

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between San Jose and Washington is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Washington.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Washington, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between San Jose and Washington, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from San Jose to Washington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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