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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to Oakland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salinas and Oakland?
Stops in Salinas
- A3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
- B
Alisal St & Pearl St
635 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
Stops in Oakland
- A5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
- B
West Oakland BART Station
1401-1421 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA - C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612 - D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Salinas, US to Oakland
How far is Oakland from Salinas by coach?
The journey from Salinas to Oakland by coach covers an approximate distance of 85 miles (137 km).
What is the best way to go from Salinas to Oakland without a car?
You can reach Oakland from Salinas by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.
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 Oakland was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £21To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salinas, US to Oakland as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £21 to £185 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £21, which is on 2025-11-27.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Salinas, US to Oakland?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
