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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Salinas start from $61. 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 San Diego to Salinas?

The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Salinas is 14h 50m, covering a distance of 374 miles (602 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the San Diego 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 San Diego to Salinas?

The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Salinas at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.

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

A bus trip from San Diego to Salinas 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 San Diego 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 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego to Salinas from $90 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Diego to Salinas on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	14h 50m	1:00pm	Amtrak	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	11h 15m	6:00pm	Amtrak	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	18h 45m	2:20pm	Amtrak	No tags

Next departures for San Diego to Salinas on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:45am	Greyhound Bus Stop	11h 15m	6:00pm	Amtrak	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35pm	Greyhound Bus Stop	18h 45m	2:20pm	Amtrak	No tags
	Bus	10:10pm	Santa Fe Depot	15h	1:10pm	Amtrak	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Diego 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 12 hours and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

12hAverage Duration

374 milesDistance

55kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$61 - $246	Average Duration14h 50m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$98 - $178	Average Duration12h	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Salinas?

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

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

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,712 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,950 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,487 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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Diego, CA, US 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 San Diego to Salinas?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Salinas start from $61. 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 San Diego to Salinas?
The average bus trip duration from San Diego to Salinas is 14h 50m, covering a distance of 374 miles (602 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego 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 San Diego to Salinas?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Salinas at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Salinas?
A bus trip from San Diego to Salinas 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 San Diego 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/04

$90

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$90

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$90

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$90

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$90

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$90

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$90

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$90

The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on Jan 4, 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 San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $90 to $90 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $90 which is on 2026-01-07.