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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Diridon Station | Tacoma Dome Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Diridon Station | Tacoma Dome Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Diridon Station | Tacoma Dome Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Tacoma
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 22 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5653 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 £110
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Tacoma by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from San Jose to Tacoma?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Tacoma start from £110. The average price for this train route is around £175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Jose to Tacoma?
The average train journey time from San Jose to Tacoma is 22h 40m, covering a distance of 684 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 22h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Jose to Tacoma route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Tacoma?
The earliest train from San Jose to Tacoma departs at 19:58. And the latest train departs at 19:58.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Tacoma was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £172To 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 Tacoma as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £172 to £1,351 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £193, which is on 2025-12-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Tacoma?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Jose, US and Tacoma is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £175 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £110. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Tacoma, choose the train, as it will take you from San Jose, US to Tacoma in about 22h 40m – that's the fastest way to get there!
