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

The cheapest bus tickets from Salinas to San Diego start from $95. The average price for this route is around $95. 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 San Diego?

The average bus trip duration from Salinas to San Diego is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 371 miles (597 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Salinas to San Diego route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Salinas to San Diego at 4:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:05pm.

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

A bus trip from Salinas to San Diego generates an estimated 15 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 San Diego?

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 5696 reviews.

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

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 San Diego?

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 San Diego?

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 San Diego from $64 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Salinas to San Diego on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		4:40pm	Amtrak	12h 55m	5:35am	Santa Fe Depot	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Salinas to San Diego on January 11
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:45am	Amtrak	12h 55m	1:40pm	Old Town San Diego	Cheapest
7:25am	Amtrak	12h 45m	8:10pm	Old Town San Diego	Fastest
12:45am	Amtrak	12h 55m	1:40pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
7:25am	Amtrak	12h 45m	8:10pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags
10:20am	Amtrak	12h 50m	11:10pm	Old Town San Diego	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:19 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salinas to San Diego

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 12 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

12h 55mAverage Duration

371 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$95 - $193	Average Duration12h 55m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$107 - $842	Average Duration12h 44m	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Salinas and San Diego?

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

Stops in San Diego

A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA
C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,715 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,962 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salinas, US to San Diego, CA, 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 San Diego?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salinas to San Diego start from $95. The average price for this route is around $95. 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 San Diego?
The average bus trip duration from Salinas to San Diego is 12h 55m, covering a distance of 371 miles (597 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Salinas to San Diego route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salinas to San Diego?
The earliest bus departs from Salinas to San Diego at 4:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salinas to San Diego?
A bus trip from Salinas to San Diego generates an estimated 15 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 San Diego?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salinas to San Diego?
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 San Diego?
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 San Diego?
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

01/06

$90

01/07

$90

Today

$90

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01/10

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01/11

$103

01/12

$90

01/13

$90

The cheapest trip from Salinas, US to San Diego, CA, US was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $90

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 San Diego, CA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $90 to $144 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to San Diego, CA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $90 which is on 2026-01-12.