Trains tickets from Tucson to San Jose (CA), US

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Today29 Apr
from US$137
Tomorrow30 Apr
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Next departures to San Jose

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 29 April at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: Tucson Station
    Arrival time: 30 April at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 April at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: Tucson Station
    Arrival time: 30 April at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 April at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: Tucson Station
    Arrival time: 30 April at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 April at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: Tucson Station
    Arrival time: 30 April at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 April at
    Departure city: Tucson
    Departure location: Tucson Station
    Arrival time: 30 April at
    Destination city: San Jose
    Destination location: Diridon Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Tucson to San Jose

Average priceUS$98 - US$233Average duration20h 30m
29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$146 - US$192Average duration1d
104kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Tucson to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 20 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
20h 30mAverage duration
US$98Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Train Tucson to San Jose: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$155
Average train trip duration1d
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure19:15
Distance712 miles

Tucson to San Jose Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tucson - San Jose

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Tucson to San Jose cost?

    The average train ticket price from Tucson to San Jose is US$155. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Tucson to San Jose is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Tucson to San Jose?

    A train trip between Tucson and San Jose is around 1d , although the fastest train will take about 23h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 711 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Tucson and San Jose?

    The number of trains from Tucson to San Jose can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Tucson to San Jose by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tucson to San Jose was searched and found on 29 Apr 2025 with a price of US$137

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

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Jose you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Tucson and San Jose, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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