Washington, DC to San Jose, CA Train
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Washington, DC to San Jose, CA by train
The journey from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA by train is 3,892.64 km and takes 104 hrs 48 mins. There are 2 connections per day, with the first departure at 11:39 a.m. and the last at 11:39 a.m.. It is possible to travel from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA by train for as little as $1,826.91 or as much as $1,828.26. The best price for this journey is $1,826.91.
| Lowest Price | $1,826.91 |
| Journey Duration | 104 hrs 48 mins |
| Connection per Day | Amtrak 2 |
| Lowest Price | Amtrak $1,826.91 |
| Highest Price | Amtrak $1,828.26 |
| First Departure | Amtrak 11:39 a.m. |
| Last Departure | Amtrak 11:39 a.m. |
| Distance | Amtrak 3,892.64 km |
| Departure | Amtrak Washington, DC |
| Arrival | Amtrak San Jose, CA |
| Carriers | Amtrak Amtrak |
Find the best day to travel to San Jose, CA by train
When travelling to San Jose, CA by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Amtrak from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA
Compare services on board when travelling from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA by train.
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Washington, DC to San Jose, CA CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
272.48kg
Bus
291.95kg
Flight
778.53kg
Car
622.82kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Washington, DC and San Jose, CA are 272.48kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Washington, DC and San Jose, CA? By taking the train between Washington, DC and San Jose, CA you will save 506.05kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 19.47kg compared to a bus and 350.34kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA?
A train ticket from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA is $1,827.58. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $1,826.91.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA is $1,826.91. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Washington, DC and San Jose, CA by train?
Washington, DC to San Jose, CA is 3,892.64 km.
How long does the train between Washington, DC and San Jose, CA take?
Washington, DC to San Jose, CA is on average 104 hrs 48 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 104 hrs 40 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA?
Washington, DC to San Jose, CA has 2 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA leave?
The earliest train from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA departs at 11:39 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA depart?
The latest train from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA departs at 11:39 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $1,826.91 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Washington, DC to San Jose, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Washington, DC and San Jose, CA is 104 hrs 40 mins.
Is there a direct train from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Washington, DC and San Jose, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Washington, DC to San Jose, CA by train?
The train journey from Washington, DC to San Jose, CA creates 272.48kg of CO2 emissions.