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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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 | Amtrak | Santa Fe Depot | Cheapest | |||||
| Amtrak | Old Town San Diego | Fastest | |||||
| Amtrak | Old Town San Diego | No tags | |||||
| Amtrak | Santa Fe Depot | No tags | |||||
| Amtrak | Santa Fe Depot | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Salinas to San Diego
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $135, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train companies
Based on 5719 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 $153
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salinas, US to San Diego, CA, 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 Salinas to San Diego?
The cheapest train tickets from Salinas to San Diego start at $153. The average price for this train route is around $259. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Salinas to San Diego?
The average train trip from Salinas to San Diego takes 12h 44m and covers 597 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salinas to San Diego route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Salinas to San Diego?
The earliest train from Salinas to San Diego departs at 12:06pm. The latest train departs at 12:06pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salinas, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $163To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salinas, US to San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $163 to $636 for a train ticket from Salinas, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $163 which is on 2026-01-13.
