San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL

Trains from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL run on average 7 times per day, taking around 55h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $180 (€161) but you can travel from only $60 (€53) by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $60 (€53)

Distance

1836 miles (2956 km)

Average train duration

55h 37m

Cheapest ticket price

$180 (€161)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

54h 32m

First train

04:30

Last train

19:58

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $60 (€53)

Train providers: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL trains

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL from $153 (€136) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient trip.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey to Chicago, IL from San Jose, CA.

San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL train information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 54 h 40 min
Cheapest Price: $153

FAQs: Trains from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL

FAQs: Travel by train from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL.

Cheap train tickets from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL can start from as little as $180 (€161) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL is $229 (€205); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL is 54 h 32 min to travel the 1833 mile (2956 km) long trip, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL leaves at 4: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL leaves at 7: 58 PM.

There are 7 trains a day from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the best San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Chicago, IL from San Jose, CA to compare what amenities they may offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 7: 58 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from San Jose, CA to Chicago, IL is January.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between San Jose, CA and Chicago, IL including taking a train, flight or bus.