How much is the train ticket from Washington to Stockton?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Stockton start from R 7 772. The average price for this train route is around R 7 772. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Stockton?

The average train journey time from Washington to Stockton is 3d 6h, covering a distance of 3821 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Stockton 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 Washington to Stockton?

The earliest train from Washington to Stockton departs at 15:57. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

Train Washington to Stockton from R 9 038 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Stockton on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:57	Union Station	3d 6h	19:29	San Joaquin Street Station	CheapestFastest
15:57	Union Station	3d 6h	19:29	San Joaquin Street Station	No tags
10:35	Union Station	3d 11h	19:15	San Joaquin Street Station	No tags
10:35	Union Station	3d 11h	19:15	San Joaquin Street Station	No tags
10:35	Union Station	3d 11h	19:15	San Joaquin Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:40 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Stockton

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Stockton. The journey takes about 3 days, 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 936, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

3d 6hAverage duration

3818 kmDistance

95kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 936 - R 7 904	Average duration3d 6h	CO₂ emissions 95kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 7 772 - R 44 349	Average duration3d 6h	CO₂ emissions 348kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 650 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5650 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 7 772

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Stockton, CA 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 Washington to Stockton?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Stockton start from R 7 772. The average price for this train route is around R 7 772. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Stockton?
The average train journey time from Washington to Stockton is 3d 6h, covering a distance of 3821 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Stockton 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 Washington to Stockton?
The earliest train from Washington to Stockton departs at 15:57. And the latest train departs at 15:57.

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Stockton, CA was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 9 038

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

You can expect to pay from R 9 038 to R 60 749 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Stockton, CA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 9 038, which is on 2025-12-16.