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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: May 20 atDeparture city: San JoseDeparture location: Diridon StationArrival time: May 21 atDestination city: SeattleDestination location: Seattle King Street StationOperated by: Amtrak
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to SeattleAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 22 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train San Jose to Seattle: Trip Overview
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Based on 5131 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $113.00
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The cheapest trip from San Jose to Seattle was searched and found on May 18, 2025 with a price of $229To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Jose to Seattle, as early as possible.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from San Jose to Seattle is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Seattle you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between San Jose and Seattle, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.
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Did you know?
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
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