Rome2Rio

San Jose to Chula Vista trains

Find Transport to Chula Vista

View schedule
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

Trip Overview

The average train between San Jose and Chula Vista takes 19h 31m and the fastest train takes 19h 26m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from San Jose to Chula Vista. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

19h 31m
Duration
557 mi
Distance
$354
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

San Jose to Chula Vista train times

Trains run 6 times a week between San Jose and Chula Vista. The service departs San Jose at 10:26 AM in the morning, which arrives into Chula Vista at 05:52:00. All services require a transfer at Los Angeles and take an average of 19h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

  •  → 

    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit19h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

  •  → 

    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit19h 41m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

  •  → 

    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit19h 41m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

  •  → 

    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit19h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

  •  → 

    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit19h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

  •  → 

    Arrives next day

    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit19h 26m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from San Jose to Chula Vista? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from San Jose to Chula Vista.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 557.1 mi
  • Duration: 19h 31m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and Chula Vista, CA, USA?

You can take a train from San Jose to E Street Station via Los Angeles, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, and Old Town Station in around 15h 11m.

Operators