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FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Amtrak | Tacoma | No tags | ||||
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FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Amtrak | Tacoma | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Amtrak | Tacoma | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Salinas to Tacoma
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 1 day, 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salinas, US to Tacoma 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 Tacoma?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salinas to Tacoma start from $257. The average price for this route is around $274. 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 Tacoma?
The average bus trip duration from Salinas to Tacoma is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 730 miles (1177 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Salinas to Tacoma route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salinas to Tacoma?
The earliest bus departs from Salinas to Tacoma at 2:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 6:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salinas to Tacoma?
A bus trip from Salinas to Tacoma generates an estimated 29 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 Tacoma?
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 5652 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salinas to Tacoma?
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 Tacoma?
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 Tacoma?
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 Tacoma was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $288To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salinas, US to Tacoma, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $288 to $288 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $288 which is on 2025-12-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Salinas, US to Tacoma?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
