Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Amtrak | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak | Old Town San Diego | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | ||||
| Train | Amtrak | Santa Fe Depot | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 12 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £55, 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 £69
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salinas, US to San Diego, CA, 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 Salinas to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Salinas to San Diego start from £76. The average price for this train route is around £116. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salinas to San Diego?
The average train journey time from Salinas to San Diego is 12h 44m, covering a distance of 374 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 12h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salinas to San Diego route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salinas to San Diego?
The earliest train from Salinas to San Diego departs at 12:06. And the latest train departs at 12:06.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salinas, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of £79To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salinas, US to San Diego, CA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £79 to £374 for a train ticket from Salinas, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £79, which is on 2025-12-16.
