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How to Travel from

Santa Maria to Salinas

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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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–$95.68
Bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day

Bus operators

San Luis Obispo RTA

Website:
slorta.org
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$2.93–$3.95
Bus from Government Center to North
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$1.21–$1.66

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Robles to Canal
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.17–$4.98
Bus from Canal / Bassett Street to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.17–$4.72

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Salinas?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Salinas is to bus via King City which costs $9.78 - $13.04 and takes 7h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Maria to Salinas?

The fastest way to get from Santa Maria to Salinas is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs $27.17 - $40.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Maria and Salinas?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Maria to Salinas. However, there are services departing from Santa Maria Transit Center and arriving at Salinas via Downtown Transit Center and San Luis Obispo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Santa Maria to Salinas?

The distance between Santa Maria and Salinas is 270 km. The road distance is 253.9 km.

How do I travel from Santa Maria to Salinas without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Maria to Salinas without a car is to bus which takes 5h 58m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Santa Maria to Salinas?

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Santa Maria to Salinas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Maria to Salinas bus from?

Santa Maria to Salinas bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, depart from Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Where does the Santa Maria to Salinas bus arrive?

Santa Maria to Salinas bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, arrive at Government Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Maria to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Maria to Salinas is 254 km. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Santa Maria to Salinas.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 181+ hotels available in Salinas. Prices start at $50.47 per night.
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