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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Salinas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 8 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 630, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Los Angeles, US and Salinas, US?
Los Angeles, US
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Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - B571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5695 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 055
Amtrak Los Angeles Salinas recent customer reviews
Very good
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Salinas?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Salinas start from R 1 055. The average price for this train route is around R 1 195. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Salinas?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Salinas is 8h 19m, covering a distance of 426 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Salinas route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Salinas?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Salinas departs at 09:13. And the latest train departs at 09:51.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on 06 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 287To 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 R 1 287 to R 12 819 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 287, which is on 2026-01-06.
What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Los Angeles, US 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 R 1 195 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 1 055. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Salinas, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US in about 8h 10m – that's the fastest way to get there!
