The cheapest and fastest trains from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ
Cheapest price
$264
Average price
$264
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 $264 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $264.
It's difficult to get from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ without transferring at least once.
12:06 PM16h41Salinas, CA4:47 AMYuma, AZ$2641One-way1 transfer
12:06 PM16h41Salinas, CA4:47 AMYuma, AZ$2641One-way1 transfer
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 $143. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $143, and a train costs an average of $210.
Distance: 483 miles (778 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$431 Average price | $143 Average price Cheapest | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 25m Average total duration Fastest 13h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 50m Average total duration 16h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ:
A bus is $288 (€236) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ costing on average $431 (€353).
Other travel options to Yuma, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 20m.
Tickets start at around $431 (€353) compared to roughly $115 (€94) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-316.07 (€-258.90). The journey takes 13h 55m versus 8h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ train times
The table below shows live departures for Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. 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 3 times per day, taking around 13h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $210 (€172) but you can travel from only $143 (€117) 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 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $210 (€172) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 14h 41m |
First train 12:49 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Salinas, CA and Yuma, AZ from $143 (€117). 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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