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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Irvine Station | Amtrak | Cheapest | |||||
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| Irvine Station | Amtrak | No tags | |||||
| Irvine Station | Amtrak | No tags | |||||
| Irvine Station | Amtrak | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Irvine to Salinas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 13 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5652 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $116
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Irvine, US to Salinas, US by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Irvine to Salinas?
The cheapest train tickets from Irvine to Salinas start at $116. The average price for this train route is around $151. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Irvine to Salinas?
The average train trip from Irvine to Salinas takes 10h 21m and covers 490 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 16m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Irvine to Salinas route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Irvine to Salinas?
The earliest train from Irvine to Salinas departs at 7:49am. The latest train departs at 7:49am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Irvine, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on Dec 14, 2025 with a price of $133To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Irvine, US to Salinas, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $133 to $613 for a train ticket from Irvine, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $139 which is on 2025-12-20.
