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How to Travel from

San Francisco to Salinas

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.24–$11.96

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.78–$70.65
Bus from San Francisco to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Bus from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
4 times a day

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Francisco to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$47.83
Bus from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.07–$38.04

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Salinas is to drive which costs $18.48 - $28.26 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Salinas is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs $18.48 - $28.26 .

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Salinas?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Francisco and arriving at Salinas. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Salinas?

No, there is no direct train from San Francisco to Salinas. However, there are services departing from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Salinas via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from San Francisco to Salinas?

The distance between San Francisco and Salinas is 176 km. The road distance is 170.5 km.

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

The best way to get from San Francisco to Salinas without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $10.87 - $47.83 .

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

The bus from San Francisco to Salinas takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs four times a day.

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

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

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

San Francisco to Salinas train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound station.

Train or bus from San Francisco to Salinas?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Salinas is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs $10.87 - $47.83 . Alternatively, you can Caltrain and train, which costs $18.48 - $86.96 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the San Francisco to Salinas bus arrive?

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

Where does the San Francisco to Salinas train arrive?

San Francisco to Salinas train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Salinas is 170 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from San Francisco to Salinas.

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

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

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 179+ hotels available in Salinas. Prices start at $52.08 per night.
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