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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Train Station | Amtrak | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | UC Santa Barbara | Amtrak | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 5:24 PM PST.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Salinas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 741, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and Salinas?
Stops in Salinas
- A3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
- B
Alisal St & Pearl St
635 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Barbara to Salinas, US 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 Santa Barbara to Salinas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Salinas start at R 741. The average price for this route is around R 1 044. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santa Barbara to Salinas?
The average bus journey time from Santa Barbara to Salinas is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 301 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to Salinas route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to Salinas?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to Salinas at 07:35. And the latest bus departs at 13:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to Salinas?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to Salinas produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Santa Barbara 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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Santa Barbara to Salinas?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Santa Barbara 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Santa Barbara 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.
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Salinas, US was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 989To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Salinas, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 989 to R 989 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 989, which is on 2026-01-23.
What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Salinas, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
