How much is the bus ticket from Anaheim to Salinas?

The cheapest bus tickets from Anaheim to Salinas start from $82. The average price for this route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Anaheim to Salinas?

The average bus trip duration from Anaheim to Salinas is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 286 miles (461 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Anaheim to Salinas route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Anaheim to Salinas?

The earliest bus departs from Anaheim to Salinas at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Anaheim to Salinas?

A bus trip from Anaheim to Salinas generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Anaheim 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.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Anaheim 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 has the most timely service from Anaheim to Salinas?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Anaheim 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.

Bus Anaheim to Salinas from $78 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Anaheim to Salinas on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:45am	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	10h 30m	6:15pm	Amtrak	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:40pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	16h 15m	1:55pm	Amtrak	No tags
	Bus	12:05am	Fullerton Station	13h 5m	1:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
	Bus	11:45pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	13h 25m	1:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	9:40pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	16h 15m	1:55pm	Amtrak	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Anaheim to Salinas

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

10hAverage Duration

286 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$82 - $99	Average Duration13h 15m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$77 - $161	Average Duration10h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Anaheim and Salinas?

Stops in Anaheim

A
Marriott Anaheim Theme Park
1420 S Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92802, USA
B
Intermodal Center
2626 E Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92806

Stops in Salinas

A
Amtrak
3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
Visit page
B
Alisal St & Pearl St
635 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Anaheim to Salinas, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Anaheim to Salinas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Anaheim to Salinas start from $82. The average price for this route is around $87. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Anaheim to Salinas?
The average bus trip duration from Anaheim to Salinas is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 286 miles (461 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Anaheim to Salinas route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Anaheim to Salinas?
The earliest bus departs from Anaheim to Salinas at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Anaheim to Salinas?
A bus trip from Anaheim to Salinas generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Anaheim 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Anaheim 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 has the most timely service from Anaheim to Salinas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Anaheim 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.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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$82

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$82

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$78

The cheapest trip from Anaheim to Salinas, US was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $78

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Anaheim to Salinas, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $78 to $94 for a bus ticket from Anaheim to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-12-04.