Bus from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Diego to Salinas on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
UCSD Health La Jolla Station
AmtrakNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
AmtrakNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Bus Stop
AmtrakNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
AmtrakNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
AmtrakNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to Salinas

We recommend taking the train

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 £76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
12h 9mAverage duration
371 milesDistance
54kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£49 - £140Average duration15h 35m
15kg CO₂e
Average price£76 - £348Average duration12h 9m
54kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Salinas?

    The cheapest coach tickets from San Diego to Salinas start from £49. The average price for this route is around £74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from San Diego to Salinas?

    The average bus journey time from San Diego to Salinas is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 371 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 10h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Diego to Salinas route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Salinas?

    The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Salinas at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Salinas?

    A bus journey from San Diego to Salinas produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which 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.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Salinas?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

  9. 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.

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25/11
£72
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28/11
£75
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30/11
£72
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £72

To 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 £72 to £75 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 £72, which is on 2025-11-30.

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