What is the cheapest way to get from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Vandenberg Space Force Base?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Vandenberg Air Force Base via Cypress at N Nicholson and Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

The distance between Salinas and Vandenberg Space Force Base is 203 miles. The road distance is 172.7 miles.

How do I travel from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base without a car?

The best way to get from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base without a car is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs $60 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base bus from?

Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

The best way to get from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base is to train which takes 5h 53m and costs $60 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 - $90 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base bus arrive?

Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base.

Where can I stay near Vandenberg Space Force Base?

There are 34+ hotels available in Vandenberg Space Force Base.

Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), car, shuttle, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Luis ObispoCoast Starlight
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Lompoc-Surf AmtrakPacific Surfliner
5h 53m
$60–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Santa Maria Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 24m
$22–89
Drive 171.7 mi
1. Drive from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base171.7 mi
3h 8m
$32–46
Shuttle, line 30 bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Salinas - 116 E Alisal St to Santa MariaSan Jose
2. Take the bus from Transit Center to Vandenberg Air Force Base30
5h 4m
$35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Luis ObispoCoast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Government Center to Santa Maria Transit Center10S
8h 34m
$47–69

Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base by bus

26Weekly Buses

6h 24mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 202.3 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

What companies run services between Salinas, CA, USA and Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Salinas to Vandenberg Space Force Base via San Luis Obispo and Lompoc-Surf Amtrak in around 5h 53m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Salinas to Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop 3 times a day, and the journey takes 3h 50m. Flixbus USA also services this route 5 times a week.

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