What is the cheapest way to get from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose is to bus via Gilroy which costs $4 - $9 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 and San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salinas and arriving at San Jose. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 and San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salinas and arriving at San Jose. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose?

The distance between Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 and San Jose is 60 miles. The road distance is 59 miles.

How do I travel from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose without a car is to bus which takes 1h 9m and costs $13 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose?

The bus from Salinas to San Jose takes 1h 5m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose bus from?

Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Where do I catch the Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose train from?

Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose?

The best way to get from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose is to bus which takes 1h 9m and costs $13 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $40 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose bus arrive?

Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Where does the Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose train arrive?

Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose.

How do I get a train ticket from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose?

Book your Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose?

Book your Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose - 4 ways to travel via train

There are 4 ways to get from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose by bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San JoseAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
1h 9m
$13–40
Bus via Gilroy
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3 to Monterey / Gilroy Train Station59
2. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to 1st & Santa Clara68 / ...
2h 27m
$5–9
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to San JoseCoast Starlight
1h 37m
$29–40
Drive 58.6 mi
1. Drive from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose58.6 mi
1h 5m
$11–16

Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to San Jose by foot and bus

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1h 9mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 60.1 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

What companies run services between Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9, CA, USA and San Jose, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Salinas to San Jose 4 times a day. Tickets cost $39–40 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $29–40 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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