What is the cheapest way to get from Salinas to Santa Ynez?

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Santa Ynez is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salinas to Santa Ynez?

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Santa Ynez is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Santa Ynez?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Santa Ynez. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Edison St. & Sagunto St. via Solvang Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Salinas to Santa Ynez?

The distance between Salinas and Santa Ynez is 200 miles. The road distance is 188.9 miles.

How do I travel from Salinas to Santa Ynez without a car?

The best way to get from Salinas to Santa Ynez without a car is to bus which takes 5h 34m and costs $65 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Salinas to Santa Ynez?

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Salinas to Santa Ynez, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Santa Ynez bus from?

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

Where does the Salinas to Santa Ynez bus arrive?

Salinas to Santa Ynez bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Salinas to Santa Ynez?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Santa Ynez is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Salinas to Santa Ynez.

Where can I stay near Santa Ynez?

There are 58+ hotels available in Santa Ynez.

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

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 34m
$65–95
Drive 187.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salinas to Santa Ynezcar 187.8 mi
3h 25m
$35–50
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 Solvang Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 55m
$62–114

Salinas to Santa Ynez by bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Buses

5h 34mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 199.2 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Salinas, CA, USA and Santa Ynez, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Salinas to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop twice daily. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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