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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Oceanside Bus Station | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Oceanside Bus Station | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Oceanside Bus Station | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Oceanside Bus Station | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Oceanside Transportation Center | Amtrak | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Oceanside to Salinas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 11 hours 13 minutes, and with fares starting at just $127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Oceanside and Salinas?
Stops in Oceanside
- A
Oceanside Bus Station
215 S TREMONT ST, 92054, California
Stops in Salinas
- A3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
- B
Alisal St & Pearl St
635 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oceanside to Salinas, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Oceanside to Salinas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oceanside to Salinas start from $83. The average price for this route is around $124. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Oceanside to Salinas?
The average bus travel time from Oceanside to Salinas is 13h 50m, covering a distance of 550 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Oceanside to Salinas route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oceanside to Salinas?
The earliest bus departs from Oceanside to Salinas at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oceanside to Salinas?
A bus trip from Oceanside to Salinas generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Oceanside to Salinas?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oceanside to Salinas?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Oceanside to Salinas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Oceanside to Salinas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Oceanside to Salinas, US was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $118To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oceanside to Salinas, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $118 to $125 for a bus ticket from Oceanside to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $121 which is on 2025-12-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from Oceanside to Salinas, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
