How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Washington start at $448. The average price for this train route is around $600. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from San Jose to Washington?

The average train trip from San Jose to Washington takes 3d 3h and covers 3892 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Jose to Washington route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Washington?

The earliest train from San Jose to Washington departs at 6:18am. The latest train departs at 6:18am.

Train San Jose to Washington from $458 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Jose to Washington on February 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	3d 9h	6:44pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	3d 3h	1:10pm	Union Station	Fastest
Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	3d 3h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	3d 9h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Washington on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	3d 3h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	3d 3h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Washington on February 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	3d 3h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	3d 3h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	3d 9h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	6:18am	Diridon Station	3d 9h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:12 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 3 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $267, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

3d 3hAverage Duration

3903 kmDistance

98kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$267 - $1,199	Average Duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$448 - $2,062	Average Duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 354kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Jose, US and Washington, DC, US?

San Jose, US

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $448

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Washington, DC, US by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Washington start at $448. The average price for this train route is around $600. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from San Jose to Washington?
The average train trip from San Jose to Washington takes 3d 3h and covers 3892 km. The quickest train gets you there in 3d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Jose to Washington route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Washington?
The earliest train from San Jose to Washington departs at 6:18am. The latest train departs at 6:18am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-28

$850

01-29

$707

Today

$891

01-31

No data

02-01

No data

02-02

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02-03

$458

02-04

$487

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $458

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Jose, US to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $458 to $1,769 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $458 which is on 2026-02-03.