Train from San Jose, US to Salinas, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from San Jose to Salinas on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Diridon Station
AmtrakCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:16 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Jose to Salinas

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1h 20mAverage duration
47 milesDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£15 - £32Average duration1h 20m
2kg CO₂e
Average price£17 - £148Average duration1h 40m
7kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, US to Salinas, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from San Jose to Salinas?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to Salinas start from £17. The average price for this train route is around £27. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from San Jose to Salinas?

    The average train journey time from San Jose to Salinas is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 47 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Jose to Salinas route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Jose to Salinas?

    The earliest train from San Jose to Salinas departs at 10:26. And the latest train departs at 10:26.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
27/11
£31
28/11
£31
Today
£156
30/11
£142
01/12
£31
02/12
£23
03/12
£25
04/12
£23
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Jose, US to Salinas, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £23 to £156 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £23, which is on 2025-12-02.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to Salinas, US?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Jose, US and Salinas, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £27 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £17. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Salinas, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Jose, US to Salinas, US in about 1h 20m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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