How much does a train ticket from Salinas to Santa Cruz cost?

The average train ticket price from Salinas to Santa Cruz is $37. The best way to find train tickets from Salinas to Santa Cruz 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 Salinas to Santa Cruz?

A train trip between Salinas and Santa Cruz is around 4h 28m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 39m. This is the time it takes to travel the 30 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Salinas and Santa Cruz?

The number of trains from Salinas to Santa Cruz can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Salinas to Santa Cruz by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Trains from Salinas (CA), US to Santa Cruz (CA), US | Amtrak

Compare 2 ways to go from Salinas to Santa Cruz.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$48 - $48	Average Duration23h 58m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$32 - $47	Average Duration4h 28m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Salinas to Santa Cruz

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Santa Cruz. The journey takes about 4 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

4h 28mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest ticket

4kgCO₂ emissions

Train Salinas to Santa Cruz: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$37

Average train trip duration4h 28m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure6:13pm

Distance29 miles (46 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,140 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5140 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 $32.00

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Salinas to Santa Cruz Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salinas (CA), US and Santa Cruz (CA), US?

Stops in Salinas (CA), US

A - Amtrak

Stops in Santa Cruz (CA), US

A - Metro Center Bus Station

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Salinas and Santa Cruz is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Santa Cruz.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Santa Cruz, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Salinas and Santa Cruz compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Salinas to Santa Cruz.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Salinas to Santa Cruz?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time23h 58m	Avg Price$48	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 28m	Avg Price$37	Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Salinas and Santa Cruz is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $37 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $32. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Cruz, choose the train, as it will take you from Salinas to Santa Cruz in about 4h 28m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Salinas by train?

Train from Santa Cruz to Salinas

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Trains tickets from Salinas (CA), US to Santa Cruz (CA), US