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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Buellton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salinas and arriving at Buellton Amtrak Bus Stop. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Salinas to Buellton?

The distance between Salinas and Buellton is 199 miles. The road distance is 186.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Buellton without a car is to bus which takes 4h 50m and costs $65 - $100.

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

The bus from Salinas to Buellton Amtrak Bus Stop takes 4h 50m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Buellton bus from?

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

Where does the Salinas to Buellton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salinas to Buellton?

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

Where can I stay near Buellton?

There are 69+ hotels available in Buellton.

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

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Buellton Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 50m
$65–100
Drive 185.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salinas to Buelltoncar 185.8 mi
3h 20m
$34–49
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Buellton Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 11m
$62–114

Salinas to Buellton by bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Buses

4h 50mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.5 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Salinas to Buellton Amtrak Bus Stop twice daily. Tickets cost $65–100 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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