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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Amtrak | 409 Townsend St, SF | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:34 AM PST.
Get from Salinas to San Francisco
The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salinas and San Francisco?
Stops in Salinas
- A3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
- B
Alisal St & Pearl St
635 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
Stops in San Francisco
- A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA - B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812 - C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114 - D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105 - E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salinas, US to San Francisco, 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 Francisco?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salinas to San Francisco start from $27. The average price for this route is around $34. 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 Francisco?
The average bus trip duration from Salinas to San Francisco is 2h, covering a distance of 86 miles (139 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Salinas to San Francisco route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salinas to San Francisco?
The earliest bus departs from Salinas to San Francisco at 6:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salinas to San Francisco?
A bus trip from Salinas to San Francisco generates an estimated 3 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 Francisco?
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 San Francisco?
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 Francisco?
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 Francisco?
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 Salinas, US to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $28To 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 Francisco, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $31 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $28 which is on 2025-11-29.
