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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Manteca is to bus and train via Gilroy which costs $16 - $110 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Manteca is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Salinas and Manteca?

No, there is no direct train from Salinas to Manteca station. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Lathrop Station via San Jose Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Salinas to Manteca?

The distance between Salinas and Manteca is 135 miles. The road distance is 120.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Manteca without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 53m and costs $25 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Salinas to Manteca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Manteca train from?

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

Where does the Salinas to Manteca train arrive?

Salinas to Manteca train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Salinas to Manteca?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Manteca is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Salinas to Manteca.

Where can I stay near Manteca?

There are 67+ hotels available in Manteca.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Salinas to Manteca by 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San JoseAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from San Jose Station to Lathrop StationACETrain
3h 53m
$26–56
Bus, train via Gilroy
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salinas Intermodal Transit Center to Monterey / Gilroy Train Station59
2. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to San Jose Diridon68
3. Take the train from San Jose Station to Lathrop Station
5h 26m
$17–105
Drive 119.4 mi
1. Drive from Salinas to Manteca119.4 mi
2h 14m
$22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Salinas to San JoseCoast Starlight
2. Take the train from San Jose Station to Lathrop StationACETrain
4h 21m
$42–54

Salinas to Manteca by bus and train

22Weekly Services

3h 53mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.8 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Salinas to Lathrop Station via San Jose and San Jose Station in around 4h 21m.

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