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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Stockton is to bus and train via Gilroy which costs $18 - $27 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Stockton is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Stockton?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Stockton. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Stockton via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Salinas and Stockton?

No, there is no direct train from Salinas to Stockton station. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station via San Jose Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Salinas to Stockton?

The distance between Salinas and Stockton is 146 miles. The road distance is 127.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Stockton without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 17m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Salinas to Stockton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Stockton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Salinas to Stockton train from?

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

Train or bus from Salinas to Stockton?

The best way to get from Salinas to Stockton is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $35 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $55 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Salinas to Stockton bus arrive?

Salinas to Stockton bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Where does the Salinas to Stockton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salinas to Stockton?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Stockton is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Salinas to Stockton.

Where can I stay near Stockton?

There are 82+ hotels available in Stockton.

Salinas to Stockton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Salinas to Stockton by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), 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 Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from San Jose Station to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Stationtrain ACETrain
4h 17m
$31–47
Bus, train via Gilroy
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salinas Intermodal Transit Center to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
2. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to San Jose Diridonbus 68
3. Take the train from San Jose Station to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Stationtrain
5h 53m
$19–27
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 20m
$39–69
Drive 126.8 mi
1. Drive from Salinas to Stocktoncar 126.8 mi
2h 19m
$24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from San Jose Station to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Stationtrain ACETrain
4h 45m
$29–53

Salinas to Stockton by bus and train

20Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 144.9 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Salinas, CA, USA and Stockton, San Joaquin County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Salinas to Stockton via San Jose in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Salinas to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station via San Jose and San Jose Station in around 4h 45m.

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