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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Amtrak | Amtrak Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Amtrak | Amtrak Station | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 13:39 PST.
Get from Salinas to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salinas and Bakersfield?
Stops in Salinas
- A3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
- B
Alisal St & Pearl St
635 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
Stops in Bakersfield
- A1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
- B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA - C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Salinas, US to Bakersfield
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Salinas to Bakersfield?
The cheapest coach tickets from Salinas to Bakersfield start from £57. The average price for this route is around £71. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Salinas to Bakersfield?
The average bus journey time from Salinas to Bakersfield is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 173 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Salinas to Bakersfield route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salinas to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from Salinas to Bakersfield at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 14:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salinas to Bakersfield?
A bus journey from Salinas to Bakersfield produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Salinas to Bakersfield?
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 5733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Salinas to Bakersfield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Salinas to Bakersfield?
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 Salinas to Bakersfield?
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 Salinas, US to Bakersfield was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of £68To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salinas, US to Bakersfield as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £68 to £71 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £68, which is on 2026-01-22.
