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Two ways to Travel from San Luis Obispo to Salinas

Composite routes from San Luis Obispo to Salinas

Cheapest
2 h 6 min
Car
203 km.
from $11
Other
2 h 6 min
Rideshare
203 km.
from $7.72

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.14–$102.05
Bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.03–$61.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?

The cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Salinas is to bus which costs $11.96 - $52.17 and takes 2h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?

The fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Salinas is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $21.74 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct bus between San Luis Obispo and Salinas?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Salinas. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between San Luis Obispo and Salinas?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Salinas. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?

The distance between San Luis Obispo and Salinas is 208 km. The road distance is 203.6 km.

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

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Salinas without a car is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $11.96 - $52.17 .

How long does it take to get from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?

The bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the San Luis Obispo to Salinas bus from?

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

Where do I catch the San Luis Obispo to Salinas train from?

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

Train or bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Salinas is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $11.96 - $52.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16.30 - $86.96 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Salinas bus arrive?

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

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Salinas train arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between San Luis Obispo to Salinas is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from San Luis Obispo to Salinas.

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

Book your San Luis Obispo to Salinas train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your San Luis Obispo 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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