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Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA by train

The journey from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA by train is 2,502.15 mi and takes 81 hr 59 min. There are 2 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:42 PM and the last at 1:03 PM. It is possible to travel from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA by train for as little as $338.87 or as much as $355.95. The best price for this journey is $338.87.

Lowest Price $338.87
Journey Duration 81 hr 59 min
Connection per Day 2
Lowest Price $338.87
Highest Price $355.95
First Departure 12:42 PM
Last Departure 1:03 PM
Distance 2,502.15 mi
Departure Philadelphia, PA
Arrival San Jose, CA
Carriers Amtrak

Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA Train Times

Departure date
Thursday, Apr 24, 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA

The cheapest Philadelphia, PA - San Jose, CA train tickets can be found for as low as $89.90 if you’re lucky, or $162.26 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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Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
281.88kg
Bus
302.01kg
Flight
805.36kg
Car
644.29kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Philadelphia, PA and San Jose, CA are 281.88kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Philadelphia, PA and San Jose, CA? By taking the train between Philadelphia, PA and San Jose, CA you will save 523.48kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 20.13kg compared to a bus and 362.41kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA?
A train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA is $347.41. 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 $338.87.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA is $338.87. 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 Philadelphia, PA and San Jose, CA by train?
Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA is 2,502.15 mi.
How long does the train between Philadelphia, PA and San Jose, CA take?
Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA is on average 81 hr 59 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 81 hr 49 min.
How many train connections per day go from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA?
Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA has 2 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA leave?
The earliest train from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA departs at 12:42 PM. 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 Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA depart?
The latest train from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA departs at 1:03 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 Philadelphia, PA 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 $338.87 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 Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Philadelphia, PA and San Jose, CA is 81 hr 49 min.
Is there a direct train from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Philadelphia, PA and San Jose, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA by train?
The train journey from Philadelphia, PA to San Jose, CA creates 281.88kg of CO2 emissions.

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