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

The cheapest way to get from Carmichael to Salinas is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmichael to Salinas is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Carmichael and Salinas?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmichael to Salinas. However, there are services departing from Fair Oaks Blvd & Marconi Ave and arriving at Salinas via Arden Fair Mall & Terminal, Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramento, King & Tully, Santa Clara & 1st and San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Carmichael and Salinas?

No, there is no direct train from Carmichael station to Salinas. However, there are services departing from Mather Field/Mills Station and arriving at Salinas via Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Carmichael to Salinas?

The distance between Carmichael and Salinas is 211 miles. The road distance is 179.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmichael to Salinas without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs $40 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Carmichael to Salinas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmichael to Salinas bus from?

Carmichael to Salinas bus services, operated by Sacramento Regional Transit, depart from Fair Oaks Blvd & Marconi Ave station.

Where do I catch the Carmichael to Salinas train from?

Carmichael to Salinas train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Train or bus from Carmichael to Salinas?

The best way to get from Carmichael to Salinas is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can line 23 bus and line 68 bus and bus and line 22 bus, which costs and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Carmichael to Salinas bus arrive?

Carmichael to Salinas bus services, operated by Sacramento Regional Transit, arrive at Arden Way & Heritage Ln station.

Where does the Carmichael to Salinas train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmichael to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmichael to Salinas is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Carmichael to Salinas.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 163+ hotels available in Salinas.

Carmichael to Salinas - 3 ways to travel via train, line 23 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Carmichael to Salinas by train (Amtrak), 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
6h 57m
$42–88
Drive 178.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmichael to Salinascar 178.4 mi
3h 21m
$33–47
Line 23 bus, line 68 bus, bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Fair Oaks Blvd & Marconi Ave to Arden Way & Heritage Lnbus 23 / ...
2. Take the bus from Arden Fair Mall & Terminal to Stockton Blvd & 65Th Stbus 68
3. Take the bus from Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramento to San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwichbus
4. Take the bus from King & Tully to Santa Clara & 2ndbus 22
5. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinasbus
6h 59m

Carmichael to Salinas by tram and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

6h 57mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 209.4 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fair Oaks Blvd & Marconi Ave to Salinas via Arden Way & Heritage Ln, Arden Fair Mall & Terminal, Stockton Blvd & 65Th St, Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramento, San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, King & Tully, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose Diridon, and San Jose in around 6h 59m.

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