Next departures
| 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 | Old Town San Diego | 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 $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5752 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 $81
Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $99. The average price for this train route is around $151. 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 Salinas to San Diego?
The average train ride duration from Salinas to San Diego is 12h 44m, covering a distance of 374 miles (602 km). The quickest train can get you there in 12h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Salinas to San Diego 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 Salinas to San Diego?
The earliest train departs from Salinas to San Diego at 12:06pm. And 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 30, 2026 with a price of $92To 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 $92 to $446 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 $126 which is on 2026-02-03.
