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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Madera is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Madera is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Madera?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Madera. However, there are services departing from N Main / Rossi and arriving at Madera, CA via Gilroy and Fresno, CA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Salinas to Madera?

The distance between Salinas and Madera is 171 miles. The road distance is 115.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Madera without a car is to bus which takes 5h 21m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Salinas to Madera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Madera bus from?

Salinas to Madera bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from N Main / Rossi station.

Where does the Salinas to Madera bus arrive?

Salinas to Madera bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Monterey / Gilroy Train Station.

Can I drive from Salinas to Madera?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Madera is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Salinas to Madera.

Where can I stay near Madera?

There are 17+ hotels available in Madera.

Salinas to Madera - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Salinas to Madera by bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 N Main / Rossi to Monterey / Gilroy Train Station59
2. Take the bus from Gilroy to Fresno, CASan Jose
5h 21m
$32–69
Drive 114.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salinas to Madera114.7 mi
2h 15m
$21–31
Bus via Los Banos
1. Take the bus from Salinas Intermodal Transit Center to Monterey / Gilroy Train Station59
2. Take the bus from Gilroy to Los Baños
3. Take the bus from Pacheco @ Target to TranspoLb
4. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Madera Bus Stop
6h 36m
$31–75

Salinas to Madera by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

5h 21mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 170.1 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a bus from N Main / Rossi to Madera, CA via Monterey / Gilroy Train Station, Gilroy, and Fresno, CA in around 5h 21m.

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