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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to San Jose
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 254, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salinas, US and San Jose, US?
Train Companies
Based on 5637 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 364
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salinas, US to San Jose, 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 Salinas to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from Salinas to San Jose start from R 364. The average price for this train route is around R 594. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salinas to San Jose?
The average train journey time from Salinas to San Jose is 1h 33m, covering a distance of 76 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salinas to San Jose 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 Salinas to San Jose?
The earliest train from Salinas to San Jose departs at 18:13. And the latest train departs at 18:13.
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 Jose, US was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 502To 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 Jose, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 502 to R 4 480 for a train ticket from Salinas, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 502, which is on 2025-12-16.
What's the cheapest way to go from Salinas, US to San Jose, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Salinas, US and San Jose, 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 R 594 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 364. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Jose, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Salinas, US to San Jose, US in about 1h 15m – that's the fastest way to get there!
