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Trip Overview

The average train between Salinas and Riverside takes 23h 33m and the fastest train takes 20h 57m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Salinas to Riverside. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

23h 33m
Duration
416 mi
Distance
$242
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Salinas to Riverside train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Salinas and Riverside. The service departs Salinas at 12:06 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Riverside at 09:03:00. All services require a transfer at Los Angeles and take an average of 23h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains20h 57m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains28h 46m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains28h 46m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains20h 57m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains20h 57m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    AmtrakMetrolink Trains20h 57m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Salinas to Riverside? 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: 415.5 mi
  • Duration: 23h 33m

What companies run services between Salinas, CA, USA and Riverside, Riverside County, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Salinas to Riverside - Downtown via Los Angeles and L.A. Union Station in around 11h 39m.

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