What is the cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to Salinas?

The cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to Salinas is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk Grove to Salinas?

The fastest way to get from Elk Grove to Salinas is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Elk Grove and Salinas?

No, there is no direct bus from Elk Grove to Salinas. However, there are services departing from Sacramento, CA and arriving at Salinas via King & Tully, Santa Clara & 1st and San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Elk Grove and Salinas?

No, there is no direct train from Elk Grove station to Salinas. However, there are services departing from CRC Station and arriving at Salinas via Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Elk Grove to Salinas?

The distance between Elk Grove and Salinas is 253 miles. The road distance is 163.2 miles.

How do I travel from Elk Grove to Salinas without a car?

The best way to get from Elk Grove to Salinas without a car is to bus which takes 6h 25m and costs $85 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Elk Grove to Salinas?

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Elk Grove to Salinas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to Salinas bus from?

Elk Grove to Salinas bus services, operated by Xe Do Hoang Transportation, depart from Sacramento, CA station.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to Salinas train from?

Elk Grove to Salinas train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Train or bus from Elk Grove to Salinas?

The best way to get from Elk Grove to Salinas is to bus which takes 6h 25m and costs $85 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $90 - $160 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Elk Grove to Salinas bus arrive?

Elk Grove to Salinas bus services, operated by Xe Do Hoang Transportation, arrive at San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich station.

Where does the Elk Grove to Salinas train arrive?

Elk Grove to Salinas train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Elk Grove to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk Grove to Salinas is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Elk Grove to Salinas.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 162+ hotels available in Salinas.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sacramento, CA to San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwichbus Sacramento
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 25m
$89–110
Drive 162.3 mi
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1. Drive from Elk Grove to Salinascar 162.3 mi
2h 57m
$30–43
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
7h 13m
$90–159

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Distance: 251.1 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Elk Grove, CA, USA and Salinas, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Elk Grove to Salinas via Sacramento, CA, San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, King & Tully, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose Diridon, and San Jose in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $65–130 and the journey takes 5h 18m.

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