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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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 | Train | Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center | Amtrak | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Clara to Salinas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 13 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $82, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5654 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 $45
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara to Salinas?
The cheapest train tickets from Santa Clara to Salinas start from $79. The average price for this train route is around $79. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Santa Clara to Salinas?
The average train ride duration from Santa Clara to Salinas is 10h 9m, covering a distance of 295 miles (475 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 52m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Santa Clara to Salinas route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Santa Clara to Salinas?
The earliest train departs from Santa Clara to Salinas at 8:01am. And the latest train departs at 8:01am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Clara, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $42To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Santa Clara, US to Salinas, US, as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Clara, US to Salinas, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Santa Clara, US 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 $79 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $79. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Salinas, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Clara, US to Salinas, US in about 10h 9m - that's the fastest way to get there!
