What is the cheapest way to get from Buellton, CA to Salinas?

The cheapest way to get from Buellton, CA to Salinas is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buellton, CA to Salinas?

The fastest way to get from Buellton, CA to Salinas is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Buellton, CA and Salinas?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buellton Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Salinas. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Buellton, CA to Salinas?

The distance between Buellton, CA and Salinas is 193 miles. The road distance is 186.8 miles.

How do I travel from Buellton, CA to Salinas without a car?

The best way to get from Buellton, CA to Salinas without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $65 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Buellton, CA to Salinas?

The bus from Buellton Amtrak Bus Stop to Salinas takes 4h 25m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Buellton, CA to Salinas bus from?

Buellton, CA to Salinas bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Buellton Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Buellton, CA to Salinas bus arrive?

Buellton, CA to Salinas bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Buellton, CA to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Buellton, CA to Salinas is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Buellton, CA to Salinas.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 192+ hotels available in Salinas.

Buellton, CA to Salinas - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Buellton Amtrak Bus Stop to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 30m
$65–95
Drive 185.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Buellton, CA to Salinascar 185.8 mi
3h 20m
$34–49
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Buellton Amtrak Bus Stop to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
5h 40m
$61–120

Buellton, CA to Salinas by foot and bus (Amtrak)

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Buellton, CA, USA and Salinas, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Buellton Amtrak Bus Stop to Salinas twice daily. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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