What is the cheapest way to get from Salinas to Elk Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Elk Grove is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salinas to Elk Grove?

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Elk Grove is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Salinas to Elk Grove?

The distance between Salinas and Elk Grove is 188 miles. The road distance is 161.8 miles.

How do I travel from Salinas to Elk Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Salinas to Elk Grove without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $95 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Salinas to Elk Grove?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Salinas to Elk Grove, including transfers.

Train or bus from Salinas to Elk Grove?

The best way to get from Salinas to Elk Grove is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $95 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $120 and takes 6h 49m.

Can I drive from Salinas to Elk Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Elk Grove is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Salinas to Elk Grove.

Where can I stay near Elk Grove?

There are 207+ hotels available in Elk Grove.

Salinas to Elk Grove - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Salinas to Elk Grove by bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), bus, train, car, or train (Amtrak)

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
2. Take the bus from San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich to Huong Lan Sandwiches SacramentoSan Fran
4h 30m
$95–136
Drive 160.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salinas to Elk Grove160.8 mi
2h 57m
$30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San JoseAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from San Jose to SacramentoCapitol Corridor / ...
6h 18m
$72–117
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to OaklandCoast Starlight
2. Take the train from Oakland to SacramentoCapitol Corridor / ...
6h 49m
$73–117

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 186.4 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Salinas, CA, USA and Elk Grove, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Salinas to Elk Grove via San Jose, San Jose Diridon, Santa Clara & 1st, Tully & King, San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, and Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramento in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Salinas to Elk Grove via Oakland, Sacramento, 8th & O Station, and CRC Station in around 6h 49m.

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