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Trip Overview

The average train between Salinas and San Diego takes 13h 8m and the fastest train takes 12h 58m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Salinas to San Diego. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

13h 8m
Duration
482 mi
Distance
$310
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Salinas to San Diego train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Salinas and San Diego. The earliest departure is at 11:06 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Salinas is at 12:06 PM which arrives into San Diego at 1:04 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 13h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak12h 58m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak12h 58m • 1 change

Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak12h 58m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak12h 58m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak13h 58m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    AmtrakAmtrak12h 58m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Salinas to San Diego? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 481.9 mi
  • Duration: 13h 8m

What companies run services between Salinas, CA, USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Salinas to San Diego via Los Angeles in around 12h 57m.

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