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

The cheapest way to get from Atascadero to Salinas is to bus via King City which costs $7 - $13 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Atascadero to Salinas is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Atascadero and Salinas?

No, there is no direct bus from Atascadero to Salinas. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & Traffic Way and arriving at Salinas via Paso Robles Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Atascadero to Salinas?

The distance between Atascadero and Salinas is 111 miles. The road distance is 109.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Atascadero to Salinas without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 26m and costs $13 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Atascadero to Salinas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atascadero to Salinas bus from?

Atascadero to Salinas bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Where does the Atascadero to Salinas bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Atascadero to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Atascadero to Salinas is 110 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Atascadero to Salinas.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 171+ hotels available in Salinas.

Atascadero to Salinas - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Atascadero to Salinas by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from El Camino Real & Traffic Way to North County Transit Center9N
2. Take the train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to SalinasCoast Starlight
3h 26m
$14–72
Bus via King City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Robles to Canal / Bassett Street84
2. Take the bus from Canal / Bassett Street to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 923 / ...
4h 42m
$8–12
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to SalinasAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 41m
Drive 108.9 mi
1. Drive from Atascadero to Salinas108.9 mi
1h 52m
$20–29

Atascadero to Salinas by bus and train

7Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 110.4 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Atascadero, CA, USA and Salinas, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Salinas 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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