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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Alameda is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Alameda is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Alameda?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salinas and arriving at Oakland. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Salinas and Alameda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salinas and arriving at Oakland. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Salinas to Alameda?

The distance between Salinas and Alameda is 122 miles. The road distance is 97.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Alameda without a car is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $16 - $85.

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

The bus from Salinas to Oakland takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Alameda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Salinas to Alameda train from?

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

Train or bus from Salinas to Alameda?

The best way to get from Salinas to Alameda is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $16 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Salinas to Alameda bus arrive?

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

Where does the Salinas to Alameda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salinas to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Alameda is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Salinas to Alameda.

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

Book your Salinas to Alameda train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 739+ hotels available in Alameda.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Salinas to Alameda by bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), train (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
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to OaklandAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2h 50m
$16–85
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to OaklandCoast Starlight
2h 53m
$22–35
Drive 96.7 mi
1. Drive from Salinas to Alameda96.7 mi
1h 42m
$18–26

Salinas to Alameda by bus

33Weekly Buses

2h 50mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 121.4 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Salinas to Oakland 4 times a day, and the journey takes 2h 50m. Flixbus USA also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $22–35 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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