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Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA by train

The journey from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA by train is 1,839.24 mi and takes 60 hr 20 min. There are 8 connections per day, with the first departure at 6:45 AM and the last at 1:45 PM. It is possible to travel from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA by train for as little as $73.70 or as much as $501.69. The best price for this journey is $73.70.

Lowest Price $73.70
Journey Duration 60 hr 20 min
Connection per Day 8
Lowest Price $73.70
Highest Price $501.69
First Departure 6:45 AM
Last Departure 1:45 PM
Distance 1,839.24 mi
Departure Chicago, IL
Arrival San Jose, CA
Carriers Amtrak

Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA Train Times

Departure date
Sunday, Mar 16, 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA

The cheapest Chicago, IL - San Jose, CA train tickets can be found for as low as $97.89 if you’re lucky, or $162.53 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $232.31.

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!

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Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
207.2kg
Bus
222kg
Flight
591.99kg
Car
473.6kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Chicago, IL and San Jose, CA are 207.2kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Chicago, IL and San Jose, CA? By taking the train between Chicago, IL and San Jose, CA you will save 384.79kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 14.8kg compared to a bus and 266.4kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA?
A train ticket from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA is $227.74. 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 $73.70.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA is $73.70. 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 Chicago, IL and San Jose, CA by train?
Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA is 1,839.24 mi.
How long does the train between Chicago, IL and San Jose, CA take?
Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA is on average 60 hr 20 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 51 hr 25 min.
How many train connections per day go from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA?
Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA has 8 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA leave?
The earliest train from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA departs at 6:45 AM. 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 Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA depart?
The latest train from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA departs at 1:45 PM. 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 Chicago, IL 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 $73.70 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 Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Chicago, IL and San Jose, CA is 51 hr 25 min.
Is there a direct train from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Chicago, IL and San Jose, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA by train?
The train journey from Chicago, IL to San Jose, CA creates 207.2kg of CO2 emissions.

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