Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Santa Fe Depot | Amtrak | Cheapest | |||||
| Old Town San Diego | Amtrak | Fastest | |||||
| Santa Fe Depot | Amtrak | No tags | |||||
| Santa Fe Depot | Amtrak | No tags | |||||
| Santa Fe Depot | Amtrak | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:35 AM PST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Salinas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 11 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 016, 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 R 1 689
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, 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 San Diego to Salinas?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to Salinas start from R 1 689. The average price for this train route is around R 1 975. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to Salinas?
The average train journey time from San Diego to Salinas is 12h, covering a distance of 597 km. The quickest train can get you there in 10h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego 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 San Diego to Salinas?
The earliest train from San Diego to Salinas departs at 06:01. And the latest train departs at 06:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 784To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 784 to R 14 064 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 784, which is on 2025-12-13.
