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There are usually 1 daily bus trips available from Salinas to Paso Robles.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$32.00 | Avg. Price$25.00 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration2h 4m | Duration1h 51m |
There is one daily train from Salinas to Paso Robles. Traveling by train from Salinas to Paso Robles usually takes one hour and 51 minutes, but some trains might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 91 mi (147 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 51m |
| Lowest price | $22.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Coast Starlight |
| Train lines | 1 |
Average score for trains from Salinas to Paso Robles
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
4.0
Pros: It was convenient and pleasant enough. Cons: I purchased a business class seat upgrade, but never determined if I was actually in business class. I sensed I was assigned a seat in coach, but it wasn't obvious, so I just went along with it for the short duration of travel. Tips: Ask more questions?
Amtrak Coast Starlight is the one and only train line which connects Salinas to Paso Robles. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Coast Starlight | 1 | 1h 51m | $92.24 |
The Amtrak Coast Starlight is a service provided by Amtrak that connects Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles on the US Pacific coast. The full journey winds through the Cascade Mountains, perfectly clipped vineyards, and dense coastal forest, allowing passengers to get a glimpse of the US west coast while enjoying air-conditioned cars, power outlets, complimentary onboard WiFi, and snacks.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from Salinas to Paso Robles on Tuesday. Tickets for Tuesday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Monday. Monday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Salinas at 12:00pm and arrives in Paso Robles about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to Paso Robles with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Paso Robles to Salinas.
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Salinas is a city in California popularly known as the Salad Bowl of the World- though the nickname is about more than healthy food. The city has a vibrant agriculture industry, pristine farmland, historic sites, and plenty of greenery. As an agriculture-based city, it's not surprising that there are a lot of outdoor areas to visit, from Natividad Creek Park to the Creekbridge Neighborhood Park. In addition, history lovers in Salinas can visit the National Steinbeck Center and Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum for their interactive exhibits, while Salinas Valley Art Gallery appeals to art lovers.
For wine lovers in Salinas, there is a wide range of wineries and vineyards in the city, with popular choices being the Chateau Sinnet Winery and Vineyard, and SMD Vineyards. Visitors to the city can check out nightclubs, lounges, and bowling centers. Salinas organizes festivals throughout the year, like the Monthly Art Market & Artisan Fair and the Annual Halloween Beer Crawl.
If you're visiting Salinas by train, over 100 cities offer routes by Amtrak. Fewer bus lines are going to the city, provided by Amtrak Thruway. There are also Monterey-Salinas Transit services for transport inside the city.
There is one train station in Salinas.
11 Station Pl
Paso Robles has one train station.
Intermodal Station - 800 Pine St
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