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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 | Seattle King Street Station | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Train | Seattle King Street Station | Amtrak | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle to Salinas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5618 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 $124
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Seattle 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 Seattle to Salinas?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to Salinas start from $124. The average price for this train route is around $156. 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 Seattle to Salinas?
The average train ride duration from Seattle to Salinas is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 754 miles (1216 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Seattle 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 Seattle to Salinas?
The earliest train departs from Seattle to Salinas at 9:55am. And the latest train departs at 9:55am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to Salinas, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $134To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to Salinas, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $134 to $752 for a train ticket from Seattle to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $134 which is on 2025-12-02.
What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to Salinas, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Seattle 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 $156 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $124. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Salinas, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Seattle to Salinas, US in about 1d 2h - that's the fastest way to get there!
