How far is Los Angeles from Salinas by coach?

The distance between Salinas and Los Angeles by coach is approximately 265 miles (426 km).

Is there a way to reach Los Angeles from Salinas without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Salinas to Los Angeles from £39 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Salinas to Los Angeles on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:50	Amtrak	9h 2m	21:52	Union Station	CheapestFastest
		12:50	Amtrak	9h 2m	21:52	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salinas to Los Angeles on 26 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:40	Amtrak	7h 15m	23:55	UCLA	CheapestFastest
16:40	Amtrak	7h 40m	00:20	Union Station	No tags
00:45	Amtrak	9h 1m	09:46	Union Station	No tags
00:45	Amtrak	9h 1m	09:46	Union Station	No tags
09:20	Amtrak	10h 24m	19:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salinas to Los Angeles on 27 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:45	Amtrak	8h 14m	08:59	Northridge Station	CheapestFastest
00:45	Amtrak	9h 1m	09:46	Union Station	No tags
00:45	Amtrak	9h 1m	09:46	Union Station	No tags
07:25	Amtrak	9h 23m	16:48	Union Station	No tags
07:25	Amtrak	9h 23m	16:48	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salinas to Los Angeles on 28 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	00:45	Amtrak	8h 14m	08:59	Northridge Station	Cheapest
	14:25	Amtrak	6h 10m	20:35	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	00:45	Amtrak	9h 1m	09:46	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:25	Amtrak	9h 40m	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
	00:45	Amtrak	9h 1m	09:46	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salinas to Los Angeles on 29 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	00:45	Amtrak	8h 14m	08:59	Northridge Station	Cheapest
	14:25	Amtrak	6h 10m	20:35	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	00:45	Amtrak	9h 1m	09:46	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:25	Amtrak	9h 40m	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
	00:45	Amtrak	9h 1m	09:46	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salinas to Los Angeles on 30 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	07:25	Amtrak	8h 40m	16:05	Northridge Station	Cheapest
	14:25	Amtrak	6h 10m	20:35	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	07:25	Amtrak	9h 23m	16:48	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:25	Amtrak	9h 40m	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
	09:20	Amtrak	10h 24m	19:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Salinas to Los Angeles on 1 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:25	Amtrak	8h 40m	16:05	Northridge Station	CheapestFastest
07:25	Amtrak	9h 23m	16:48	Union Station	No tags
07:25	Amtrak	9h 23m	16:48	Union Station	No tags
10:20	Amtrak	9h 24m	19:44	Union Station	No tags
10:20	Amtrak	9h 24m	19:44	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 19:35 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

7h 40mAverage duration

265 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£39 - £139	Average duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£49 - £114	Average duration9h 5m	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Salinas and Los Angeles?

Stops in Salinas

A
Amtrak
3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
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B
Alisal St & Pearl St
635 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,606 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,432 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

How far is Los Angeles from Salinas by coach?
The distance between Salinas and Los Angeles by coach is approximately 265 miles (426 km).
Is there a way to reach Los Angeles from Salinas without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£67

23/11

£57

Today

£57

25/11

£82

26/11

£57

27/11

£67

28/11

£67

29/11

£67

The cheapest trip from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of £57

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

You can expect to pay from £57 to £123 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £57, which is on 2025-11-26.