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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Elko is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Elko is to shuttle and fly which takes 7h 47m and costs $130 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Elko?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Elko. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Elko via Oakland and Sparks Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 59m.

How far is it from Salinas to Elko?

The distance between Salinas and Elko is 476 miles. The road distance is 595.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Elko without a car is to bus which takes 15h 59m and costs $120 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Salinas to Elko, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Elko bus from?

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

Where does the Salinas to Elko bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salinas to Elko?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Elko is 595 miles. It takes approximately 9h 34m to drive from Salinas to Elko.

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

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Where can I stay near Elko?

There are 27+ hotels available in Elko.

Salinas to Elko - 7 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Salinas to Elko by shuttle, plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Shuttle to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Prunedale Park & Ride to SJC Airport Terminal Ashuttle
2. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Elko Regional Airport (EKO)plane SJC - EKO
7h 47m
$130–478
Bus, bus to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from N Main / Rossi to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Gilroy to Fresno, CAbus
3. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Elko Regional Airport (EKO)plane FAT - EKO
10h 23m
$92–394
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Oaklandbus
2. Take the bus from Oakland to Sparks Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Elkobus
15h 59m
$126–227
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Emeryvillebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Emeryville to Elko Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
16h 2m
$211–418
Drive 591.7 mi
1. Drive from Salinas to Elkocar 591.7 mi
9h 34m
$108–156
Train, Caltrain to San Francisco International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
3. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Elko Regional Airport (EKO)plane SFO - EKO
7h 49m
$110–415
Train, train to Oakland International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain
2. Take the train from San Jose to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtraktrain
3. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Elko Regional Airport (EKO)plane OAK - EKO
8h 38m
$125–493

Salinas to Elko by bus and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

16h 2mAverage Duration

$211Cheapest Price

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Distance: 473.5 mi
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Salinas, CA, USA and Elko, NV, USA?

You can take a bus from Salinas to Elko via Oakland, Lake Merritt, West Oakland, Oakland, Sparks Transit Center, and Elko in around 15h 59m.

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