Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA train

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA

Trains from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€72) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

172 miles (277 km)

Average train duration

10h 32m

Cheapest ticket price

$79 (€72)

Trains per day

Train providers

Fastest train

10h 32m

First train

03:25

Last train

16:05

Price information

Train companies: Amtrak from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA trains

For as little as $93 (€85) you can travel by train between Salinas, CA and Bakersfield, CA with Amtrak. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this journey.

Amtrak is the main train company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak trains running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by train across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next train journey to Bakersfield, CA from Salinas, CA.

Train information from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 10 h 32 min
Cheapest Price: $93

FAQs: Trains from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA can start from as little as $79 (€72) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA is $85 (€77); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA train travel time is 10 h 32 min for the 172 mile (277 km) long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA leaves at 3: 25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA leaves at 4: 05 PM.

There is 1 train a day from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA, you can count on Amtrak for the best way to get you to Bakersfield, CA. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Bakersfield, CA from Salinas, CA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

The cheapest month for a train from Salinas, CA to Bakersfield, CA is September.