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Trip Overview

The average train between Needles and Tucson takes 39h 37m and the fastest train takes 31h 24m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Needles to Tucson. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

39h 37m
Duration
749 mi
Distance
$223
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Needles to Tucson train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Needles and Tucson. The earliest departure is at 12:14 AM at night, and the last departure from Needles is at 11:54 PM which arrives into Tucson at 8:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Riverside - Downtown and take an average of 39h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 7, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakMetrolink TrainsAmtrak31h 44m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 8, 2026

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    Arrives +3 days

    AmtrakMetrolink TrainsAmtrak2d 7h • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    AmtrakMetrolink TrainsAmtrak31h 24m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Needles to Tucson? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 749 mi
  • Duration: 39h 37m

What companies run services between Needles, CA, USA and Tucson, AZ, USA?

You can take a train from Needles Station to Tucson Amtrak Station via Riverside - Downtown, Pomona - Downtown, and Pomona Amtrak in around 17h 33m.

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