What is the cheapest way to get from Avila Beach to Salinas?

The cheapest way to get from Avila Beach to Salinas is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Avila Beach to Salinas?

The fastest way to get from Avila Beach to Salinas is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Avila Beach and Salinas?

No, there is no direct bus from Avila Beach to Salinas. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Salinas via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Avila Beach and Salinas?

No, there is no direct train from Avila Beach to Salinas. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Salinas via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Avila Beach to Salinas?

The distance between Avila Beach and Salinas is 140 miles. The road distance is 136.3 miles.

How do I travel from Avila Beach to Salinas without a car?

The best way to get from Avila Beach to Salinas without a car is to bus which takes 3h 2m and costs $70 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Avila Beach to Salinas?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Avila Beach to Salinas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Avila Beach to Salinas bus from?

Avila Beach to Salinas bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Where do I catch the Avila Beach to Salinas train from?

Avila Beach to Salinas train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train or bus from Avila Beach to Salinas?

The best way to get from Avila Beach to Salinas is to bus which takes 3h 2m and costs $70 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $140 and takes 3h 17m.

Where does the Avila Beach to Salinas bus arrive?

Avila Beach to Salinas bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Where does the Avila Beach to Salinas train arrive?

Avila Beach to Salinas train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Avila Beach to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Avila Beach to Salinas is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Avila Beach to Salinas.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 179+ hotels available in Salinas.

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There are 3 ways to get from Avila Beach to Salinas by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 2m
$71–98
Drive 135.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Avila Beach to Salinascar 135.5 mi
2h 22m
$25–36
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
3h 17m
$76–133

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Distance: 138.8 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Avila Beach, CA, USA and Salinas, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Jefferson Lines also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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