The cheapest and fastest trains from Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
3 h 27 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 1 trains that leave Emeryville, CA for Salinas, CA on Mon, Aug 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 140 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 3 h 27 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4:39 PM3h27Emeryville, CA8:06 PMSalinas, CA$621One-way0 transfers
4:39 PM3h27Emeryville, CA8:06 PMSalinas, CA$621One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a train costs an average of $42.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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$50 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest |
3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA:
A bus is $20 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA costing on average $50 (€40).
Other travel options to Salinas, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 24m.
Live departures
Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:39 PM Emeryville, CA | 3h27 | 8:06 PM Salinas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA
Trains from Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $42 (€34) but you can travel from only $29 (€23) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:34, the last at 18:13. The fastest train covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 3h 27m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average train duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€34) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 27m |
First train 8:34 AM |
Last train 6:13 PM |
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High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Amtrak from Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Emeryville, CA and Salinas, CA from $29 (€23). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salinas, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA
Most Emeryville, CA to Salinas, CA trains use the Emeryville Station to Salinas Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Emeryville, CA and Salinas, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Emeryville, CA station do trains to Salinas, CA leave from?
Getting to Emeryville Station from Emeryville city centre
Emeryville Station is 1 km from Emeryville city centre. Public transport options include:
Emeryville Station train station facilities and services
Emeryville Station has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Townhouse Bar & Grill, Honor Kitchen & Cocktails
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Emeryville Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Emeryville Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Emeryville Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Emeryville Station: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Emeryville Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hyatt Place Emeryville/San Francisco Bay Area, Hilton Garden Inn San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge, Four Points by Sheraton San Francisco Bay Bridge.
Which Salinas, CA station do trains from Emeryville, CA arrive at?
Getting to Salinas Station from Salinas city centre
Salinas Station train station facilities and services
Salinas Station has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salinas Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salinas Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salinas Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salinas Station: Ramps, restrooms.
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