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San Jose to Chula Vista trains

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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
$353
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 06:07:00. 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 Friday, November 6, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit19h 41m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit19h 41m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit19h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit19h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrakSan Diego Metro Transit19h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    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.

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  • 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.

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