The cheapest and fastest trains from Tucson, AZ to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
$325
Average price
$325
Fastest journey
22 h 31 m
Average duration
22 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1151 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tucson, AZ to San Jose, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tucson, AZ to San Jose, CA will cost around $325 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $325.
It's difficult to get from Tucson, AZ to San Jose, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Tucson, AZ to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tucson, AZ to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €148. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €148, and a flight costs an average of €697.
Distance: 715 miles (1151 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€265 Average price | €148 Average price Cheapest | €697 Average price |
19h 14m Average total duration 18h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 5m Average total duration 16h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration Fastest 8h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Why should you book Tucson to San Jose trains with Omio?
Amtrak operates all train services from Tucson to San Jose. 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, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Tucson to San Jose.
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, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Tucson to San Jose.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Tucson, AZ to San Jose, CA
Trains from Tucson, AZ to San Jose, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 18h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $329 (€265) but you can travel from only $184 (€148) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:10, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 715 miles (1151 km) distance in 22h 31m.
Distance 715 miles (1151 km) |
Average train duration 18h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $329 (€265) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 22h 31m |
First train 06:10 |
Last train 20:15 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Tucson, AZ to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Tucson, AZ and San Jose, CA from $184 (€148). 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 Tucson, AZ to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tucson, AZ to San Jose, CA 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 San Jose, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Tucson, AZ to San Jose, CA
- 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
- 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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