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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: July 19 atDeparture city: IrvineDeparture location: Irvine StationArrival time: July 20 atDestination city: SalinasDestination location: AmtrakOperated by: Amtrak
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Irvine to SalinasAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 9 hours 28 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$103, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Irvine to Salinas: Trip Overview
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Based on 5298 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at US$85
Irvine to Salinas Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Irvine, US - Salinas, US
What is the travel distance from Irvine to Salinas?
The distance between Irvine and Salinas is around 481 km (298 miles).
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Irvine to Salinas was searched and found on Jul 19, 2025 with a price of US$78To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Irvine to Salinas, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$78 to US$78 for a bus ticket from Irvine to Salinas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$78 which is on 2025-07-19.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Irvine and Salinas!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Irvine to Salinas, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Irvine to Salinas.
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It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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