The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$167
Fastest journey
20 h 22 m
Average duration
20 h 22 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 $167 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Yuma, AZ on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 837 km distance in an average of 20 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 h 22 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 20 h 22 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2:25 PM20h22San Jose, CA10:47 AMYuma, AZ$1671One-way0 transfers
2:25 PM20h22San Jose, CA10:47 AMYuma, AZ$1671One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 train with prices starting from $129. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 14h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $129, and a bus costs an average of $82.
Distance: 520 miles (837 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$157 Average price Cheapest | $178 Average price |
20h 28m Average total duration 19h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 54m Average total duration Fastest 14h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ:
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ costing on average $178 (€142).
Other travel options to Yuma, AZ take longer:
Train takes on average 19h 58m.
Compare prices and tickets San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ
Trains from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ run on average 6 times per day, taking around 19h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $129 (€103) but you can travel from only $82 (€65) 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 16h 21m.
Distance 520 miles (837 km) |
Average train duration 19h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $129 (€103) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 16h 21m |
First train 12:49 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Yuma, AZ from $82 (€65). 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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