How much does a train ticket from Los Angeles to Salinas cost?

The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to Salinas is $78. The best way to find train tickets from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Salinas?

A train trip between Los Angeles and Salinas is around 8h 19m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 19m. This is the time it takes to travel the 265 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Los Angeles and Salinas?

The number of trains from Los Angeles to Salinas can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Los Angeles to Salinas by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Los Angeles to Salinas?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Los Angeles to Salinas?

Trains traveling between Los Angeles and Salinas leave from Ramirez Street bus stop or UCLA and arrive at Amtrak.

Train Los Angeles to Salinas from $59 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:13am	Union Station	8h 57m	6:10pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
7:55am	Northridge Station	7h 40m	3:35pm	Amtrak	Fastest
9:51am	Union Station	8h 19m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
9:51am	Union Station	8h 19m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
7:13am	Union Station	8h 22m	3:35pm	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:13am	Union Station	7h 52m	5:05pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
7:55am	Northridge Station	7h 40m	3:35pm	Amtrak	Fastest
9:51am	Union Station	8h 19m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
7:13am	Union Station	8h 22m	3:35pm	Amtrak	No tags
7:13am	Union Station	8h 22m	3:35pm	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:13am	Union Station	7h 52m	5:05pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
7:55am	Northridge Station	7h 40m	3:35pm	Amtrak	Fastest
9:51am	Union Station	8h 19m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
7:13am	Union Station	8h 22m	3:35pm	Amtrak	No tags
7:13am	Union Station	8h 22m	3:35pm	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:13am	Union Station	8h 57m	6:10pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
7:55am	Northridge Station	7h 40m	3:35pm	Amtrak	Fastest
9:51am	Union Station	8h 19m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
9:51am	Union Station	8h 19m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
7:13am	Union Station	8h 22m	3:35pm	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:13am	Union Station	8h 57m	6:10pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
7:55am	Northridge Station	7h 40m	3:35pm	Amtrak	Fastest
9:51am	Union Station	8h 19m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
9:51am	Union Station	8h 19m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
7:13am	Union Station	8h 22m	3:35pm	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:13am	Union Station	7h 52m	5:05pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
7:55am	Northridge Station	7h 40m	3:35pm	Amtrak	Fastest
9:51am	Union Station	8h 19m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
9:51am	Union Station	8h 19m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
7:13am	Union Station	8h 22m	3:35pm	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:13am	Union Station	7h 52m	5:05pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
7:55am	Northridge Station	7h 40m	3:35pm	Amtrak	Fastest
9:51am	Union Station	8h 19m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
7:13am	Union Station	8h 22m	3:35pm	Amtrak	No tags
7:13am	Union Station	8h 22m	3:35pm	Amtrak	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Salinas

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 10mAverage Duration

255 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $159	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$63 - $412	Average Duration8h 19m	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,593 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5593 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 $63

Amtrak Los Angeles Salinas recent customer reviews

Very good

Ofir P.

October 14, 2023

Very clean 👍

Vivian L.

August 3, 2023

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

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Los Angeles, US and Salinas, US?

Stops in Los Angeles, US

A - Ramirez Street bus stop

B - UCLA

Stops in Salinas, US

A - Amtrak

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

How much does a train ticket from Los Angeles to Salinas cost?
How long is the train trip from Los Angeles to Salinas?
How many daily trains are there between Los Angeles and Salinas?
Which train companies travel from Los Angeles to Salinas?
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Los Angeles to Salinas?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/16

$76

11/17

$90

Today

$90

11/19

$67

11/20

$90

11/21

$90

11/22

$83

11/23

$83

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $67

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

You can expect to pay from $67 to $587 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $67 which is on 2025-11-19.