How much does a train ticket from Seattle to Salinas cost?

The average train ticket price from Seattle to Salinas is $156. The best way to find train tickets from Seattle to Salinas is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Seattle to Salinas?

A train trip between Seattle and Salinas is around 1d 2h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 2h. This is the time it takes to travel the 756 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Seattle and Salinas?

The number of trains from Seattle to Salinas can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Seattle to Salinas by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Seattle to Salinas?

When taking the train from Seattle to Salinas, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Seattle to Salinas from $118 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Seattle to Salinas on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 2h	12:50pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
		9:55am	Seattle King Street Station	1d 2h	12:06pm	Amtrak	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:55 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Salinas

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 2hAverage Duration

754 milesDistance

111kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$225 - $250	Average Duration1d 19h	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$124 - $780	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 111kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5607 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $124

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle to Salinas, US by train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/24

$242

11/25

$272

Today

$661

11/27

$242

11/28

$272

11/29

$714

11/30

$714

12/01

$272

The cheapest trip from Seattle to Salinas, US was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $242

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

You can expect to pay from $242 to $752 for a train ticket from Seattle to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $242 which is on 2025-11-27.

What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to Salinas, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 19h	Avg Price$227	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 2h	Avg Price$156	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Seattle 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 $156 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $124. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Salinas, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Seattle to Salinas, US in about 1d 2h - that's the fastest way to get there!