Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | UCSD Health La Jolla Station | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus) | Amtrak | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 12 hours 9 minutes, and with fares starting at just $141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Salinas?
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
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 San Diego, CA, US 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 San Diego to Salinas?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Salinas start from $91. The average price for this route is around $136. 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 San Diego to Salinas?
The average bus travel time from San Diego to Salinas is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 597 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Salinas route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Salinas?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Salinas at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Salinas?
A bus trip from San Diego to Salinas generates an estimated 15 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 San Diego 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego 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 San Diego to Salinas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego 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 San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $134To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $134 to $139 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $134 which is on 2025-11-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
