Train from Houston, US to San Jose, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Houston to San Jose on 26 January
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 minutes and with fares starting at just €119, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
2d Average duration
2580 kmDistance
64kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€119 - €497Average duration2d
64kg CO₂e
Average price€198 - €381Average duration2d 2h
236kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Houston to San Jose?

    The cheapest train tickets from Houston to San Jose start from €198. The average price for this train route is around €257. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Houston to San Jose?

    The average train journey time from Houston to San Jose is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 2589 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2d and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Houston to San Jose route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Houston to San Jose?

    The earliest train from Houston to San Jose departs at 18:55. And the latest train departs at 18:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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24/01
€266
25/01
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€234
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28/01
€203
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31/01
€203
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €203

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

You can expect to pay from €203 to €1,251 for a train ticket from Houston, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €203, which is on 2026-01-28.

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