The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA
Cheapest price
$245
Average price
$245
Fastest journey
23 h 53 m
Average duration
23 h 53 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA will cost around $245 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $245.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Seattle, WA on Wed, Nov 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 26 the direct trains cover the 1142 km distance in an average of 23 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 23 h 53 m .
On Wed, Nov 26 the slowest trains will take 23 h 53 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €65, and a flight costs an average of €69.
Distance: 709 miles (1142 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€202 Average price | €208 Average price | €132 Average price Cheapest |
24h 23m Average total duration 23h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 3h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 27m Average total duration 18h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA trains for today, Tuesday, November 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:58 PM San Jose, CA | 23h53 | 7:51 PM Seattle, WA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA
Trains from San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 23h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $248 (€202) but you can travel from only $80 (€65) by bus.
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 23h 53m.
Distance 709 miles (1142 km) |
Average train duration 23h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $248 (€202) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 23h 53m |
First train 09:55 |
Last train 19:58 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA start from as low as $248 (€202) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $248 (€202) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 23h 53m but the average duration is 23h 53m
Train Operators
- Travel from San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA with Amtrak
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Amtrak.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA and arrive in King Street Station, Seattle, WA
- First train typically departs at 09:55 AM and the last at 07:58 PM
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Seattle, WA from $80 (€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 San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Jose, CA to Seattle, WA
- 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
- 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
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