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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to California is to shuttle which costs $50 - $75 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to California is to line 20 bus and fly which takes 4h 52m and costs $40 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to California station. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Santa Barbara Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Salinas and California?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salinas and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Salinas to California?

The distance between Salinas and California is 125 miles. The road distance is 304.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to California without a car is to train which takes 9h 5m and costs $75 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Salinas to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to California bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Salinas to California train from?

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

Train or bus from Salinas to California?

The best way to get from Salinas to California is to train which takes 9h 5m and costs $75 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Salinas to California bus arrive?

Salinas to California bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Where does the Salinas to California train arrive?

Salinas to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Salinas to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to California is 305 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Salinas to California.

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

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

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Where can I stay near California?

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Salinas to California - 5 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Salinas to California by bus, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), car, or shuttle

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

Line 20 bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tylerbus
2. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane MRY - SFO
4h 52m
$40–219
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
9h 5m
$75–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
9h 20m
Drive 302.9 mi
1. Drive from Salinas to Los Angelescar 302.9 mi
5h 13m
$56–80
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Salinas - 116 E Alisal St to Los Angelesshuttle San Jose
7h 30m
$50–75

Salinas to California by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

9h 5mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.4 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $75–140 and the journey takes 9h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salinas to Los Angeles Union Station via Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Bus Stop in around 9h 20m.

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