The cheapest and fastest trains from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ
Cheapest price
$252
Average price
$252
Fastest journey
16 h 41 m
Average duration
16 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
778 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salinas, CA to Yuma, 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 Yuma, AZ will cost around $252 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $252.
It's difficult to get from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13h 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, and a train costs an average of €122.
Distance: 483 miles (778 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€139 Average price | €80 Average price Cheapest |
14h 22m Average total duration Fastest 13h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 20m Average total duration 22h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ train times
The table below shows live departures for Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:06 PM Salinas, CA | 16h41 | 4:47 AM Yuma, AZ | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ
Trains from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $149 (€122) but you can travel from only $62 (€50) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 483 miles (778 km) distance in 14h 41m.
Distance 483 miles (778 km) |
Average train duration 13h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $149 (€122) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 14h 41m |
First train 00:49 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salinas, CA and Yuma, AZ from $62 (€50). 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 Yuma, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salinas, CA to Yuma, 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 Yuma, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salinas, CA to Yuma, 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
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