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

The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Tucson start from $155. The average price for this train route is around $193. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from San Jose to Tucson is 21h 12m, covering a distance of 712 miles (1148 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 12m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Jose to Tucson route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Jose to Tucson?

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

Train San Jose to Tucson from $159 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Jose to Tucson on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:26am	Diridon Station	21h 12m	8:38am	Tucson Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:26am	Diridon Station	21h 12m	8:38am	Tucson Station	No tags

Next departures for San Jose to Tucson on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:26am	Diridon Station	21h 12m	8:38am	Tucson Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	10:26am	Diridon Station	21h 12m	8:38am	Tucson Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:11 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

19h 20mAverage Duration

717 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$76 - $347	Average Duration19h 20m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$155 - $1,345	Average Duration21h 12m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $155

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

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

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $155. The average price for this train route is around $193. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Jose to Tucson?
The average train ride duration from San Jose to Tucson is 21h 12m, covering a distance of 712 miles (1148 km). The quickest train can get you there in 21h 12m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Jose to Tucson route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Jose to Tucson?
The earliest train departs from San Jose to Tucson at 10:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:26am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/28

$170

01/29

No data

Today

$212

01/31

No data

02/01

$185

02/02

No data

02/03

No data

02/04

$159

The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Tucson was searched and found on Feb 4, 2026 with a price of $159

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 $159 to $799 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 $159 which is on 2026-02-04.