What is the travel distance from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?

San Luis Obispo and Salinas are 115 miles (186 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?

The majority of buses traveling from San Luis Obispo to Salinas start their journey at AMTRAK Station and wind up at Amtrak. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus San Luis Obispo to Salinas from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Salinas on November 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:10pm	San Luis Obispo	2h 5m	6:15pm	Amtrak	No tags
Bus	10:15am	AMTRAK Station	2h 55m	1:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
Bus	10:25am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	2h 45m	1:10pm	Amtrak	No tags
Bus	12:30am	AMTRAK Station	2h 50m	3:20am	Amtrak	No tags
Bus	12:40am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	2h 40m	3:20am	Amtrak	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Salinas

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 45mAverage Duration

112 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$31 - $85	Average Duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$32 - $249	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,594 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,378 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

Where are the popular stops in San Luis Obispo and Salinas?

Stops in San Luis Obispo

A - AMTRAK Station

B - San Luis Obispo Bus Stop

Stops in Salinas

A - Amtrak

B - Alisal St & Pearl St

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo to Salinas, US by bus

What is the travel distance from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/17

$50

11/18

$50

Today

$50

11/20

$50

11/21

$77

11/22

$77

11/23

$32

11/24

$50

The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Salinas, US was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $32

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

You can expect to pay from $32 to $77 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-11-23.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.