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Compare 2 ways to travel from St. Louis to San Jose
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 2 days, 6 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 7 631, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in St. Louis and San Jose, US?
Train Companies
Based on 5688 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 R 5 792
Frequently asked questions about travelling from St. Louis to San Jose, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from St. Louis to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from St. Louis to San Jose start from R 6 925. The average price for this train route is around R 7 209. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from St. Louis to San Jose?
The average train journey time from St. Louis to San Jose is 3d 2h, covering a distance of 2769 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 23h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the St. Louis to San Jose 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 St. Louis to San Jose?
The earliest train from St. Louis to San Jose departs at 06:35. And the latest train departs at 19:42.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from St. Louis to San Jose, US was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of R 7 116To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from St. Louis to San Jose, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 7 116 to R 41 221 for a train ticket from St. Louis to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 7 116, which is on 2025-12-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from St. Louis to San Jose, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between St. Louis and San Jose, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 7 209 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 6 925. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Jose, US, choose the train, as it will take you from St. Louis to San Jose, US in about 2d 6h – that's the fastest way to get there!
