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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Capitola is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Capitola is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Capitola?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Capitola. However, there are services departing from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 and arriving at Soquel Dr & Capitola Ave via Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from Salinas to Capitola?

The distance between Salinas and Capitola is 38 miles. The road distance is 31.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Capitola without a car is to line 28 bus and line 1 bus which takes 1h 41m and costs $4 - $11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Salinas to Capitola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Capitola bus from?

Salinas to Capitola bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 station.

Where does the Salinas to Capitola bus arrive?

Salinas to Capitola bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 station.

Can I drive from Salinas to Capitola?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Capitola is 32 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Salinas to Capitola.

Where can I stay near Capitola?

There are 153+ hotels available in Capitola.

Salinas to Capitola - 4 ways to travel via line 28 bus, line 1 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Salinas to Capitola by bus, car, or taxi

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

Line 28 bus, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 228 / ...
2. Take the bus from Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 3 to Soquel Dr & Capitola Ave1 / ...
1h 41m
$5–10
Drive 31.6 mi
1. Drive from Salinas to Capitola31.6 mi
38 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salinas to Capitola31.6 mi
38 min
$100–130
Line 28 bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 228 / ...
2. Take the bus from Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 2 to Bay Ave. & Rosedale73
2h 22m
$5–10

Salinas to Capitola by bus

96Weekly Buses

1h 41mAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 37.8 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Soquel Dr & Capitola Ave via Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 3 in around 1h 41m.

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