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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Amtrak | Santa Cruz, CA | CheapestFastest |
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average PriceUS$48 - US$48 | Average Duration23h 58m | 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | Most eco-friendly | ||
Train | Average PriceUS$32 - US$47 | Average Duration4h 28m | 4kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars | CheapestFastest |
Busbud recommends taking the train from Salinas to Santa CruzAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Cruz. The journey takes about 4 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Salinas, US to Santa Cruz, US: Trip Overview
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Based on 5467 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$48
Salinas to Santa Cruz Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salinas, US - Santa Cruz, US
What is the distance between Salinas and Santa Cruz?
It's about 47 km (30 miles) from Salinas to Santa Cruz.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Salinas to Santa Cruz?
Buses departing from Amtrak in Salinas will take you to Metro Center Bus Station in Santa Cruz.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salinas, US to Santa Cruz, US was searched and found on Sep 19, 2025 with a price of US$45To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salinas, US to Santa Cruz, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$45 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Santa Cruz, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$45 which is on 2025-09-19.
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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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