What is the cheapest way to get from Ripon to Salinas?

The cheapest way to get from Ripon to Salinas is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ripon to Salinas?

The fastest way to get from Ripon to Salinas is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ripon and Salinas?

No, there is no direct bus from Ripon to Salinas. However, there are services departing from Wilma & 2Nd Northbound and arriving at Salinas via Downtown Transit Center Lane B, Stockton and San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Ripon and Salinas?

No, there is no direct train from Ripon station to Salinas. However, there are services departing from Lathrop/Manteca Station and arriving at Salinas via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Ripon to Salinas?

The distance between Ripon and Salinas is 153 miles. The road distance is 117.9 miles.

How do I travel from Ripon to Salinas without a car?

The best way to get from Ripon to Salinas without a car is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $60 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Ripon to Salinas?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Ripon to Salinas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ripon to Salinas bus from?

Ripon to Salinas bus services, operated by San Joaquin Regional Transit, depart from Wilma & 2Nd Northbound station.

Where do I catch the Ripon to Salinas train from?

Ripon to Salinas train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, depart from Lathrop/Manteca Station.

Train or bus from Ripon to Salinas?

The best way to get from Ripon to Salinas is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $60 - $100. Alternatively, you can line 91 bus and bus, which costs $45 - $85 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Ripon to Salinas bus arrive?

Ripon to Salinas bus services, operated by San Joaquin Regional Transit, arrive at Downtown Transit Center Weber Avenue station.

Where does the Ripon to Salinas train arrive?

Ripon to Salinas train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, arrive at San Jose Station Diridon.

Can I drive from Ripon to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Ripon to Salinas is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Ripon to Salinas.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 164+ hotels available in Salinas.

Ripon to Salinas - 3 ways to travel via train, line 91 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to San Jose Station Diridontrain Ace
2. Take the train from San Jose to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
4h 45m
$65–99
Drive 117.3 mi
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1. Drive from Ripon to Salinascar 117.3 mi
2h 13m
$22–31
Line 91 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Wilma & 2Nd Northbound to Downtown Transit Center Weber Avenuebus 91
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus
3. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinasbus
6h 26m
$48–82

Ripon to Salinas by bus

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6h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.7 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a vehicle from Ripon to Salinas via Lathrop/Manteca Station, San Jose Station Diridon, and San Jose in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wilma & 2Nd Northbound to Salinas via Downtown Transit Center Weber Avenue, Downtown Transit Center Lane B, Aurora & Channel Northbound, Stockton, and San Jose in around 6h 26m.

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