How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Tucson?

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Tucson start from R 3 065. The average price for this train route is around R 3 244. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Jose to Tucson?

The average train journey time from San Jose to Tucson is 21h 12m, covering a distance of 1148 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 12m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Jose to Tucson route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Tucson?

The earliest train from San Jose to Tucson departs at 10:26. And the latest train departs at 10:26.

Train San Jose to Tucson from R 2 941 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from San Jose to Tucson on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:26	Diridon Station	21h 12m	08:38	Tucson Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:26	Diridon Station	21h 12m	08:38	Tucson Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:06 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 19 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 819, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

19h 20mAverage duration

1148 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 819 - R 5 192	Average duration19h 20m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 065 - R 4 408	Average duration21h 12m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5641 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 065

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Tucson by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from San Jose to Tucson?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Tucson start from R 3 065. The average price for this train route is around R 3 244. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Jose to Tucson?
The average train journey time from San Jose to Tucson is 21h 12m, covering a distance of 1148 km. The quickest train can get you there in 21h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Jose to Tucson route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Tucson?
The earliest train from San Jose to Tucson departs at 10:26. And the latest train departs at 10:26.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Tucson was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 941

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Jose, US to Tucson as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 941 to R 13 821 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 941, which is on 2025-12-17.