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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Amtrak | Diridon Station | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 17:50 PST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to San Jose
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salinas and San Jose?
Stops in Salinas
- A3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
- B
Alisal St & Pearl St
635 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
Stops in San Jose
- A65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
- B440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
- C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA - D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA - E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA - F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Salinas, US to San Jose, US
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 San Jose?
The cheapest coach tickets from Salinas to San Jose start from £13. The average price for this route is around £31. 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 San Jose?
The average bus journey time from Salinas to San Jose is 1h 15m, covering a distance of 47 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Salinas to San Jose route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salinas to San Jose?
The earliest bus departs from Salinas to San Jose at 13:00. And the latest bus departs at 18:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salinas to San Jose?
A bus journey from Salinas to San Jose produces an estimated 2 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 San Jose?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Salinas to San Jose?
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 San Jose?
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 San Jose?
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 San Jose, US was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £10To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salinas, US to San Jose, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £10 to £29 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £11, which is on 2025-11-28.
