The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ
Cheapest price
$268
Average price
$268
Fastest journey
18 h 21 m
Average duration
18 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
837 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ will cost around $268 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $268.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €62. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 14h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €62, and a train costs an average of €117.
Distance: 520 miles (837 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€120 Average price | €87 Average price Cheapest |
21h 7m Average total duration 20h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 38m Average total duration Fastest 14h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Why should you book San Jose to Yuma trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from San Jose to Yuma. 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 San Jose to Yuma.
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 San Jose to Yuma.
Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ
Trains from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ run on average 7 times per day, taking around 20h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $146 (€117) but you can travel from only $78 (€62) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:49, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 520 miles (837 km) distance in 20h 37m.
Distance 520 miles (837 km) |
Average train duration 20h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $146 (€117) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 20h 37m |
First train 00:49 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Yuma, AZ from $78 (€62). 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 San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, 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 San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
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