The cheapest and fastest trains from Simi Valley, CA to Salinas, CA
Cheapest price
$103
Average price
$103
Fastest journey
7 h 21 m
Average duration
7 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, CA to Salinas, CA will cost around $103 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
Of the 1 trains that leave Simi Valley, CA for Salinas, CA on Sat, Dec 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 13 the direct trains cover the 373 km distance in an average of 7 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 21 m .
On Sat, Dec 13 the slowest trains will take 7 h 21 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Simi Valley, CA to Salinas, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Simi Valley, CA to Salinas, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €56, and a flight costs an average of €39.
Distance: 231 miles (373 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€69 Average price Cheapest | €113 Average price | €75 Average price |
7h 51m Average total duration 7h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 9m Average total duration Fastest 3h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare prices and tickets Simi Valley, CA to Salinas, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Simi Valley, CA to Salinas, CA
Trains from Simi Valley, CA to Salinas, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€56) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:45, the last at 12:50. The fastest train covers the 231 miles (373 km) distance in 7h 21m.
Distance 231 miles (373 km) |
Average train duration 7h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€56) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 21m |
First train 00:45 |
Last train 12:50 |
FAQs: Trains from Simi Valley, CA to Salinas, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, CA to Salinas, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station is an intermodal transit center with facilities for buses and trains.
- Bus: Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) services available
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