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One way to Travel from Salinas to San Jose

Composite routes from Salinas to San Jose

Cheapest
1 h 3 min
Car
96 km.
from $5

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Salinas to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.48–$82.92
Bus from Salinas to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Salinas to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.93–$44.65

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from Gilroy Transit Center to 1st
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.87

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Email:
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from Salinas Intermodal Transit Center to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.30–$4.21

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Salinas to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to San Jose is to bus via Gilroy which costs $3.59 - $8.70 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salinas to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Salinas to San Jose is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $10.33 - $16.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salinas and arriving at San Jose. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Salinas and San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salinas and arriving at San Jose. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Salinas to San Jose?

The distance between Salinas and San Jose is 97 km. The road distance is 96.7 km.

How do I travel from Salinas to San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from Salinas to San Jose without a car is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs $7.61 - $38.04 .

How long does it take to get from Salinas to San Jose?

The bus from Salinas to San Jose takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Salinas to San Jose bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Salinas to San Jose train from?

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

Train or bus from Salinas to San Jose?

The best way to get from Salinas to San Jose is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs $7.61 - $38.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $9.78 - $70.65 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Salinas to San Jose bus arrive?

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

Where does the Salinas to San Jose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salinas to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to San Jose is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Salinas to San Jose.

How do I get a train ticket from Salinas to San Jose?

Book your Salinas to San Jose train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Salinas to San Jose?

Book your Salinas to San Jose bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 489+ hotels available in San Jose. Prices start at $76.96 per night.
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