The cheapest and fastest trains from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ
Cheapest price
$157
Average price
$276
Fastest journey
16 h 21 m
Average duration
19 h 22 m
Trains per day
4
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 $276 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $157.
It's difficult to get from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ without transferring at least once.
3910 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 422 Texas Eagle6:25 AM20h22San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA2:47 AMYuma Station, Yuma, AZ$1571One-way3 transfers
3910 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK · 422 Texas Eagle6:25 AM20h22San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA2:47 AMYuma Station, Yuma, AZ$1571One-way3 transfers
3910 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK · 2 Sunset Limited6:25 AM20h22San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA2:47 AMYuma Station, Yuma, AZ$1681One-way3 transfers
11 Coast Starlight · 422 Texas Eagle10:26 AM16h21San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA2:47 AMYuma Station, Yuma, AZ$6231One-way1 transfer
11 Coast Starlight · 422 Texas Eagle10:26 AM16h21San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA2:47 AMYuma Station, Yuma, AZ$6231One-way1 transfer
3910 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5810 AMTRAK · 422 Texas Eagle6:25 AM20h22San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA2:47 AMYuma Station, Yuma, AZ$1571One-way3 transfers
3910 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK · 422 Texas Eagle6:25 AM20h22San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA2:47 AMYuma Station, Yuma, AZ$1571One-way3 transfers
3910 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK · 2 Sunset Limited6:25 AM20h22San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA2:47 AMYuma Station, Yuma, AZ$1681One-way3 transfers
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 train with prices starting from $127. 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 $127, and a bus costs an average of $80.
Distance: 520 miles (837 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$154 Average price Cheapest | $174 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* |
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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 $127 (€103) but you can travel from only $80 (€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 $127 (€103) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 16h 21m |
First train 12:49 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Yuma, AZ trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Jose, CA and Yuma, AZ from $80 (€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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