What is the travel distance from Los Angeles to Salinas?

The distance covered from Los Angeles to Salinas is 426 km (265 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Los Angeles to Salinas?

Buses traveling this route start their trip at UCLA, in Los Angeles, and end it at Amtrak, in Salinas.

Bus Los Angeles to Salinas from $60 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	10h 50m	6:00pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
	11:40am	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 20m	6:00pm	Amtrak	Fastest
	5:35am	UCLA	12h 35m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
	5:35am	UCLA	12h 35m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:50am	Union Station	8h 10m	1:00pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
5:35am	UCLA	7h 25m	1:00pm	Amtrak	Fastest
5:35am	UCLA	12h 35m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus		7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	10h 50m	6:00pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
		11:40am	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 20m	6:00pm	Amtrak	Fastest

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus		7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	10h 50m	6:00pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
		11:40am	Los Angeles Union Station	6h 20m	6:00pm	Amtrak	Fastest

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:50am	Union Station	8h 10m	1:00pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
5:35am	UCLA	7h 25m	1:00pm	Amtrak	Fastest
5:35am	UCLA	12h 35m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
5:35am	UCLA	12h 35m	6:10pm	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Salinas on November 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		5:35am	UCLA	12h 35m	6:10pm	Amtrak	CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles 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 8 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

8h 10mAverage Duration

411 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$68 - $228	Average Duration8h 10m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$90 - $593	Average Duration8h 19m	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,594 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,380 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11380 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $68

FlixBus Los Angeles Salinas recent customer reviews

This is my first time riding with Flix. A little confusing where to wait for the bus in Union Station Los Angeles CA. Lucky I read a post from a previous rider where exactly to wait . Also I wish there would be direct buses from Calexico CA to Salinas CA. I know I would have to transfer in Union Station L.A. but that would be ok.

Alberto S.

March 9, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587,382 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Salinas?

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - Ramirez Street bus stop

C - 613 Maple Ave

D - Los Angeles International Airport

E - Downtown Westin Bonaventure

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

Stops in Salinas

A - Amtrak

B - Alisal St & Pearl St

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US by bus

What is the travel distance from Los Angeles to Salinas?
The distance covered from Los Angeles to Salinas is 426 km (265 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Los Angeles to Salinas?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at UCLA, in Los Angeles, and end it at Amtrak, in Salinas.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-17

$104

11-18

$104

Today

$104

11-20

$166

11-21

$104

11-22

$166

11-23

$139

11-24

$104

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $104

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

You can expect to pay from $104 to $768 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $104 which is on 2025-11-21.