San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA train

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Cheap train tickets from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA

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Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Amtrak11 Coast Starlight
10:26AM1h40
San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
12:06PMSalinas Station, Salinas, CA
$241One-way
0 transfers

San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 14
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Amtrak
11 Coast Starlight
10:26AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA1h40 12:06PM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA

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Fastest Journey

1 h 40 m

Average

1 h 40 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

77 km

Of the 1 trains that leave San Jose, CA for Salinas, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

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Amtrak11 Coast Starlight
10:26AM1h40
San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA
12:06PMSalinas Station, Salinas, CA
$241One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA

Trains from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€17) but you can travel from only $17 (€16) by bus.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $17 (€16)
Distance
47 miles (76 km)
Average train duration
1h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
$18 (€17)
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
Train providers
1
Fastest train
1h 40m
First train
03:25
Last train
18:13
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $17 (€16)

Train companies: Amtrak from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA trains

Buy your official Amtrak train tickets from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA from $16 (€15) with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most convenient trip.

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 from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA.

Train information from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 20 min
  • Cheapest Price: $16
  • Amtrak frequency: 6 a day

FAQs: Trains from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from San Jose, CA to Salinas, 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 San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA can start from as little as $18 (€17) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA is $25 (€23); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between San Jose, CA and Salinas, CA is on average 1 h 40 min   for the 47 mile (76 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA leaves at 3: 25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA leaves at 6: 13 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA without having to change trains with Amtrak. There is 1 direct train from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA train to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Amtrak. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services to Salinas, CA from San Jose, CA to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 6: 13 PM.
A day trip to Salinas, CA from San Jose, CA is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA by train is February.
You have options as you can travel to Salinas, CA from San Jose, CA 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA

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The major train station for departures in San Jose is San José Diridon Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at San José Diridon Station for your trip from San Jose to Salinas.
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  • Starbucks
  • Scrambl’z
  • Chipotle
  • Peet's Coffee
The major train station for arrivals in Salinas is Salinas Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salinas Station for your journey to Salinas from San Jose.
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  • Rollick's Specialty Coffee
  • Michael's Grill & Taqueria
  • First Awakenings
  • Main Street Treats

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