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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Salinas to Santa Cruz

Composite routes from Salinas to Santa Cruz

Cheapest
42 min
Car
58 km.
from $3

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Salinas to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.48–$82.92

Bus operators

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 3 to Soquel
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29
Bus from Diridon Station to Water
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Email:
customerservice@mst.org
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Watsonville
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$3.95

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Salinas to Santa Cruz?

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Santa Cruz is to drive which costs $5.98 - $9.78 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Salinas to Santa Cruz?

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Santa Cruz is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $5.98 - $9.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Santa Cruz?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 and arriving at Soquel Ave & Front via Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Salinas to Santa Cruz?

The distance between Salinas and Santa Cruz is 68 km. The road distance is 58.1 km.

How do I travel from Salinas to Santa Cruz without a car?

The best way to get from Salinas to Santa Cruz without a car is to line 28 bus and line 1 bus which takes 2h 4m and costs $4.46 - $10.87 .

How long does it take to get from Salinas to Santa Cruz?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Salinas to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Santa Cruz bus from?

Salinas to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 station.

Where does the Salinas to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

Salinas to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 station.

Can I drive from Salinas to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Santa Cruz is 58 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Salinas to Santa Cruz.

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 117+ hotels available in Santa Cruz. Prices start at $70.99 per night.
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