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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sacramento to Salinas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £28
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Sacramento to Salinas?
The cheapest train tickets from Sacramento to Salinas start from £29. The average price for this train route is around £36. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Sacramento to Salinas?
The average train journey time from Sacramento to Salinas is 5h 18m, covering a distance of 132 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Sacramento to Salinas route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Sacramento to Salinas?
The earliest train from Sacramento to Salinas departs at 06:48. And the latest train departs at 06:48.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £26 to £323 for a train ticket from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £33, which is on 2025-12-14.
What's the cheapest way to go from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Sacramento, US and Salinas, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £36 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £29. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Salinas, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Sacramento, US to Salinas, US in about 5h 10m – that's the fastest way to get there!
