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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Sacramento, CA is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Sacramento, CA is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Salinas and Sacramento, CA?

No, there is no direct train from Salinas to Sacramento, CA. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Sacramento via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Salinas to Sacramento, CA?

The distance between Salinas and Sacramento, CA is 207 miles. The road distance is 168.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Sacramento, CA without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs $65 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Salinas to Sacramento, CA, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Sacramento, CA train from?

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

Where does the Salinas to Sacramento, CA train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salinas to Sacramento, CA?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Sacramento, CA is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Salinas to Sacramento, CA.

Where can I stay near Sacramento, CA?

There are 335+ hotels available in Sacramento, CA.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
6h 43m
$67–133
Drive 167.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salinas to Sacramento, CAcar 167.7 mi
3h 4m
$31–45
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 59m
$70–137

Salinas to Sacramento, CA by train, foot, and bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

6h 43mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 206.3 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Sacramento once daily. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 5h 36m.

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