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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to St. Louis, MO
Cheapest price
$336
Average price
$359
Fastest journey
2 d 12 h 55 m
Average duration
2 d 13 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
2768 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to St. Louis, MO 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 St. Louis, MO will cost around $359 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $336.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to St. Louis, MO without transferring at least 2 times.
4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 5521 AMTRAK · 21 Texas Eagle524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr · 305 Lincoln Service524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr · 305 Lincoln Service4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 5521 AMTRAK · 21 Texas Eagle524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr · 305 Lincoln Service524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr · 305 Lincoln Service
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for San Jose, CA to St. Louis, MO
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to St. Louis, MO among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €110. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €110, and a train costs an average of €240.
Distance: 1719 miles (2768 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€343 Average price | €154 Average price | €124 Average price Cheapest |
66h 29m Average total duration 65h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 6m Average total duration Fastest 8h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 55h 43m Average total duration 55h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Jose, CA to St. Louis, MO train times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to St. Louis, MO trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 4785 AMTRAK · 6 California Zephyr · 5521 AMTRAK · 21 Texas Eagle | 12:30 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 60h55 | 1:25 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 3 transfers | |
| 524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr · 305 Lincoln Service | 2:18 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 62h05 | 4:23 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 2 transfers | |
| 524 Capitol Corridor · 6 California Zephyr · 305 Lincoln Service | 2:25 PM Santa Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA | 61h58 | 4:23 AM St. Louis Station, St. Louis, MO | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to St. Louis, MO
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Trains from San Jose, CA to St. Louis, MO run on average 4 times per day, taking around 65h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $302 (€240) but you can travel from only $138 (€110) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 1719 miles (2768 km) distance in 60h 37m.
Distance 1719 miles (2768 km) |
Average train duration 65h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $302 (€240) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 60h 37m |
First train 04:30 |
Last train 19:42 |
FAQs: Trains from San Jose, CA to St. Louis, MO
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, CA to St. Louis, MO 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 St. Louis, MO, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Jose, CA to St. Louis, MO
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Landry's Seafood House
- The Station Grille
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Courtyard St. Louis Downtown West
- Drury Inn St. Louis at Union Station
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for Amtrak and regional trains
- Hall 2: MetroLink connections
- MetroLink: Red Line, Blue Line
- Bus: Several lines available including 40, 94, 97
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