How much is the bus ticket from Salinas to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Salinas to Los Angeles start from $50. The average price for this route is around $76. 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 Salinas to Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from Salinas to Los Angeles is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 265 miles (426 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Salinas to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Salinas to Los Angeles at 2:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:05pm.

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

A bus trip from Salinas to Los Angeles generates an estimated 11 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 Salinas to Los Angeles?

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 Salinas to Los Angeles?

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 Salinas to Los Angeles?

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 Salinas to Los Angeles?

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 Salinas to Los Angeles from $59 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Salinas to Los Angeles on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:50pm	Amtrak	9h 2m	9:52pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	2:25pm	Amtrak	6h 10m	8:35pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	2:25pm	Amtrak	9h 40m	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Salinas to Los Angeles on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:25am	Amtrak	8h 40m	4:05pm	Northridge Station	CheapestFastest
7:25am	Amtrak	9h 23m	4:48pm	Union Station	No tags
7:25am	Amtrak	9h 23m	4:48pm	Union Station	No tags
10:20am	Amtrak	9h 24m	7:44pm	Union Station	No tags
10:20am	Amtrak	9h 24m	7:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Salinas to Los Angeles on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:40pm	Amtrak	7h 15m	11:55pm	UCLA	CheapestFastest
4:40pm	Amtrak	7h 40m	12:20am	Union Station	No tags
12:45am	Amtrak	9h 1m	9:46am	Union Station	No tags
12:45am	Amtrak	9h 1m	9:46am	Union Station	No tags
7:25am	Amtrak	9h 23m	4:48pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:11 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salinas to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

7h 40mAverage Duration

265 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$50 - $177	Average Duration7h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$63 - $146	Average Duration9h 5m	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Salinas and Los Angeles?

Stops in Salinas

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

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
Visit page
D
Los Angeles International Airport
Visit page
E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, 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 Salinas to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salinas to Los Angeles start from $50. The average price for this route is around $76. 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 Salinas to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Salinas to Los Angeles is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 265 miles (426 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Salinas to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salinas to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Salinas to Los Angeles at 2:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salinas to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Salinas to Los Angeles generates an estimated 11 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 Salinas to Los Angeles?
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 Salinas to Los Angeles?
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 Salinas to Los Angeles?
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 Salinas to Los Angeles?
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.

Best price found

11/27

$85

11/28

$67

Today

$85

11/30

$90

12/01

$85

12/02

$72

12/03

$72

12/04

$72

The cheapest trip from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $67

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

You can expect to pay from $67 to $127 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2025-12-02.