The cheapest and fastest trains from Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
$232
Average price
$236
Fastest journey
1 d 19 m
Average duration
1 d 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA will cost around $236 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $232.
Of the 2 trains that leave Seattle, WA for San Jose, CA on Thu, Apr 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 02 the direct trains cover the 1142 km distance in an average of 1 d 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 19 m .
On Thu, Apr 02 the slowest trains will take 1 d 1 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
11 Coast Starlight9:55 AM24h19King Street Station, Seattle, WA10:14 AMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA$2321One-way0 transfers
11 Coast Starlight · 4794 AMTRAK9:55 AM25h30King Street Station, Seattle, WA11:25 AMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA$2411One-way1 transfer
11 Coast Starlight9:55 AM24h19King Street Station, Seattle, WA10:14 AMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA$2321One-way0 transfers
11 Coast Starlight · 4794 AMTRAK9:55 AM25h30King Street Station, Seattle, WA11:25 AMSan José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA$2411One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $126. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $126, and a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 709 miles (1142 km)
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$253 Average price Cheapest | $348 Average price | $302 Average price |
24h 48m Average total duration 24h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 30m Average total duration 19h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:55 PM Seattle, WA | 24h19 | 6:14 PM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, April 2 | |||||
11 Coast Starlight · 4794 AMTRAK | 4:55 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 25h30 | 6:25 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 1 transfer | |
11 Coast Starlight | 4:55 PM King Street Station, Seattle, WA | 24h19 | 5:14 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA
Trains from Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 24h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $126 (€102) but you can travel from only $81 (€65) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:55, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 709 miles (1142 km) distance in 24h 19m.
Distance 709 miles (1142 km) |
Average train duration 24h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $126 (€102) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 24h 19m |
First train 9:55 AM |
Last train 7:58 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Seattle, WA and San Jose, CA from $81 (€65). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Jose, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Seattle, WA to San Jose, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with several parking lots and garages in the vicinity.
- The London Plane
- Salumi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
- The Arctic Club Seattle - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
- Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak and Sounder trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Light Rail: Link Light Rail at International District/Chinatown Station
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
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