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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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 | Amtrak | Oceanside Transportation Center | Cheapest | |||||
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| Amtrak | Oceanside Transportation Center | No tags | |||||
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| Amtrak | Oceanside Transportation Center | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to Oceanside
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oceanside. The journey takes about 12 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 506, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salinas and Oceanside?
Stops in Salinas
- A3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
- B
Alisal St & Pearl St
635 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
Stops in Oceanside
- A
Oceanside Bus Station
215 S TREMONT ST, 92054, California
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Based on 5673 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 506
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salinas, US to Oceanside by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Salinas to Oceanside?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salinas to Oceanside start at R 1 506. The average price for this route is around R 1 506. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Salinas to Oceanside?
The average bus journey time from Salinas to Oceanside is 12h 35m, covering a distance of 550 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 14m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Salinas to Oceanside route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salinas to Oceanside?
The earliest bus departs from Salinas to Oceanside at 16:15. And the latest bus departs at 16:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salinas to Oceanside?
A bus trip from Salinas to Oceanside produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 Oceanside was searched and found on 28 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 470To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salinas, US to Oceanside as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 470 to R 2 256 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Oceanside based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 470, which is on 2025-12-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Salinas, US to Oceanside?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
