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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Elk Grove is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Elk Grove is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Elk Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Elk Grove. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at SACA - Sacramento Central Autobuses Inc via San Jose and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Salinas and Elk Grove?

No, there is no direct train from Salinas to Elk Grove station. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at CRC Station via 8th & O Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Salinas to Elk Grove?

The distance between Salinas and Elk Grove is 216 miles. The road distance is 161.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Elk Grove without a car is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs $85 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Salinas to Elk Grove, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Salinas to Elk Grove?

The best way to get from Salinas to Elk Grove is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs $85 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $160 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Salinas to Elk Grove bus arrive?

Salinas to Elk Grove bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Where does the Salinas to Elk Grove train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salinas to Elk Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Elk Grove is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Salinas to Elk Grove.

Where can I stay near Elk Grove?

There are 212+ hotels available in Elk Grove.

Salinas to Elk Grove - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Salinas to Elk Grove by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
6h 42m
$89–158
Drive 160.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salinas to Elk Grovecar 160.8 mi
2h 58m
$30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Josebus
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus
3. Take the bus from Stockton to SACA - Sacramento Central Autobuses Incbus 1
6h 46m
$108–154
Train via Oakland (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Oakland to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor / ...
6h 50m
$88–159

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Distance: 214.3 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Sacramento once daily. Tickets cost $65–130 and the journey takes 5h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salinas to Elk Grove via San Jose, Stockton, Stockton, and SACA - Sacramento Central Autobuses Inc in around 6h 46m.

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