What is the cheapest way to get from Alameda to Salinas?

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to Salinas is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alameda to Salinas?

The fastest way to get from Alameda to Salinas is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Alameda and Salinas?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oakland and arriving at Salinas. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Alameda and Salinas?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oakland and arriving at Salinas. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Alameda to Salinas?

The distance between Alameda and Salinas is 109 miles. The road distance is 97.3 miles.

How do I travel from Alameda to Salinas without a car?

The best way to get from Alameda to Salinas without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Alameda to Salinas?

The train from Oakland to Salinas takes 2h 57m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Alameda to Salinas bus from?

Alameda to Salinas bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oakland station.

Where do I catch the Alameda to Salinas train from?

Alameda to Salinas train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oakland station.

Train or bus from Alameda to Salinas?

The best way to get from Alameda to Salinas is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $60 and takes 3h.

Where does the Alameda to Salinas bus arrive?

Alameda to Salinas bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Where does the Alameda to Salinas train arrive?

Alameda to Salinas train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Alameda to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to Salinas is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Alameda to Salinas.

How do I get a train ticket from Alameda to Salinas?

Book your Alameda to Salinas train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Alameda to Salinas?

Book your Alameda to Salinas bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 148+ hotels available in Salinas.

Alameda to Salinas - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Alameda to Salinas by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oakland to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
2h 57m
$30–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Oakland to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h
$16–60
Drive 96.8 mi
1. Drive from Alameda to Salinascar 96.8 mi
1h 43m
$18–26

Alameda to Salinas by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

2h 57mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Alameda to Salinas.

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Distance: 107.9 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oakland to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Oakland to Salinas 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 3h. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week.

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