What is the cheapest way to get from Scotts Valley to Salinas?

The cheapest way to get from Scotts Valley to Salinas is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Scotts Valley to Salinas?

The fastest way to get from Scotts Valley to Salinas is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Scotts Valley and Salinas?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotts Valley to Salinas. However, there are services departing from Scotts Valley Dr & Dunslee Way and arriving at Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 via Front & Soquel Ave and Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Scotts Valley to Salinas?

The distance between Scotts Valley and Salinas is 50 miles. The road distance is 40.1 miles.

How do I travel from Scotts Valley to Salinas without a car?

The best way to get from Scotts Valley to Salinas without a car is to line 2 bus and line 28 bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $6 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Scotts Valley to Salinas?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Scotts Valley to Salinas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotts Valley to Salinas bus from?

Scotts Valley to Salinas bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front & Soquel Ave station.

Where does the Scotts Valley to Salinas bus arrive?

Scotts Valley to Salinas bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Watsonville Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Scotts Valley to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotts Valley to Salinas is 40 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Scotts Valley to Salinas.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 166+ hotels available in Salinas.

Scotts Valley to Salinas - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 2 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Scotts Valley to Salinas by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Line 2 bus, line 28 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to Watsonville Transit Center2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 128 / ...
3h 15m
$6–18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cavallaro Transit Center to Diridon Station17
2. Take the train from San Jose to SalinasCoast Starlight
3h 23m
$31–47
Drive 39.8 mi
1. Drive from Scotts Valley to Salinas39.8 mi
46 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Scotts Valley to Salinas39.8 mi
46 min
$130–170

Scotts Valley to Salinas by bus

91Weekly Buses

3h 15mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.8 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Scotts Valley, CA, USA and Salinas, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Scotts Valley Dr & Dunslee Way to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 via Soquel Ave & Front, Front & Soquel Ave, and Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 in around 3h 15m.

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