How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Salinas?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Salinas start from R 1 077. The average price for this train route is around R 1 345. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Salinas?

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Salinas is 8h 19m, covering a distance of 426 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Salinas 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 Los Angeles to Salinas?

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Salinas departs at 09:13. And the latest train departs at 09:51.

Train Los Angeles to Salinas from R 1 020 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Salinas on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:13	Union Station	7h 52m	17:05	Amtrak	Cheapest
07:55	Northridge Station	7h 40m	15:35	Amtrak	Fastest
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
07:13	Union Station	8h 22m	15:35	Amtrak	No tags
07:13	Union Station	8h 22m	15:35	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Salinas on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:13	Union Station	7h 52m	17:05	Amtrak	CheapestFastest
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
09:13	Union Station	7h 52m	17:05	Amtrak	No tags
09:13	Union Station	8h 57m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
11:13	Union Station	8h 2m	19:15	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Salinas on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:13	Union Station	8h 57m	18:10	Amtrak	Cheapest
07:55	Northridge Station	7h 40m	15:35	Amtrak	Fastest
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
07:13	Union Station	8h 22m	15:35	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Salinas on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:13	Union Station	7h 52m	17:05	Amtrak	Cheapest
07:55	Northridge Station	7h 40m	15:35	Amtrak	Fastest
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
07:13	Union Station	8h 22m	15:35	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Salinas on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:13	Union Station	7h 52m	17:05	Amtrak	Cheapest
07:55	Northridge Station	7h 40m	15:35	Amtrak	Fastest
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
07:13	Union Station	8h 22m	15:35	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Salinas on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:13	Union Station	8h 57m	18:10	Amtrak	Cheapest
07:55	Northridge Station	7h 40m	15:35	Amtrak	Fastest
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
07:13	Union Station	8h 22m	15:35	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Salinas on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:13	Union Station	7h 52m	17:05	Amtrak	Cheapest
07:55	Northridge Station	7h 40m	15:35	Amtrak	Fastest
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
07:13	Union Station	8h 22m	15:35	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Salinas on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:13	Union Station	7h 52m	17:05	Amtrak	Cheapest
07:55	Northridge Station	7h 40m	15:35	Amtrak	Fastest
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
09:51	Union Station	8h 19m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags
07:13	Union Station	8h 22m	15:35	Amtrak	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:00 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Salinas

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 643, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 10mAverage duration

409 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 643 - R 2 769	Average duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 077 - R 2 508	Average duration8h 19m	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Los Angeles, US and Salinas, US?

Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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Salinas, US

A
Amtrak
3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5638 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 R 1 077

Amtrak Los Angeles Salinas recent customer reviews

Very good

Ofir P.

14 October 2023

Very clean 👍

Vivian L.

3 August 2023

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Salinas?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Salinas start from R 1 077. The average price for this train route is around R 1 345. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Salinas?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Salinas is 8h 19m, covering a distance of 426 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Salinas 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 Los Angeles to Salinas?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Salinas departs at 09:13. And the latest train departs at 09:51.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/12

R 1 314

10/12

R 1 435

Today

R 1 556

12/12

R 1 556

13/12

R 1 556

14/12

R 1 435

15/12

R 1 556

16/12

R 1 556

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 314

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 314 to R 5 498 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 435, which is on 2025-12-14.