The cheapest and fastest trains from Salinas, CA to Tucson, AZ
Cheapest price
$311
Average price
$311
Fastest journey
21 h 32 m
Average duration
21 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salinas, CA to Tucson, AZ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salinas, CA to Tucson, AZ will cost around $311 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $311.
It's difficult to get from Salinas, CA to Tucson, AZ without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salinas, CA to Tucson, AZ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salinas, CA to Tucson, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €81. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €81, and a train costs an average of €105.
Distance: 684 miles (1101 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€105 Average price | €81 Average price Cheapest |
19h 13m Average total duration Fastest 18h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 12m Average total duration 26h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book Salinas to Tucson trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Salinas to Tucson. Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Amtrak?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Amtrak with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Salinas to Tucson.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Amtrak tickets can only be bought on Omio or Amtrak's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Amtrak tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Amtrak tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Salinas to Tucson.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Salinas, CA to Tucson, AZ
Trains from Salinas, CA to Tucson, AZ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 18h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $131 (€105) but you can travel from only $100 (€81) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 07:25, the last at 19:15. The fastest train covers the 684 miles (1101 km) distance in 19h 32m.
Distance 684 miles (1101 km) |
Average train duration 18h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $131 (€105) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 19h 32m |
First train 07:25 |
Last train 19:15 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salinas, CA to Tucson, AZ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salinas, CA and Tucson, AZ from $100 (€81). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Salinas, CA to Tucson, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salinas, CA to Tucson, AZ by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tucson, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salinas, CA to Tucson, AZ
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is an intermodal transit center with facilities for buses and trains.
- Bus: Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) services available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Maynards Market & Kitchen
- The Cup Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Hotel Congress
- AC Hotel by Marriott Tucson Downtown
- The Downtown Clifton Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- The station is a historic 1907 building with a single platform for the Sunset Limited/Texas Eagle trains.
- Bus: Sun Tran routes available nearby
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