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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Jack London Square | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Emeryville Station | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Jack London Square | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Emeryville Station | Amtrak | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | West Oakland BART | Amtrak | No tags |
Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland to Salinas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Oakland and Salinas?
Stops in Oakland
- A5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
- B
West Oakland BART Station
1401-1421 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA - C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612 - D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
Stops in Salinas
- A3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
- B
Alisal St & Pearl St
635 E Alisal St, Salinas, CA 93905, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland 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 Oakland to Salinas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to Salinas start from $40. The average price for this route is around $48. 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 Oakland to Salinas?
The average bus travel time from Oakland to Salinas is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 138 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Oakland to Salinas route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Oakland to Salinas?
The earliest bus departs from Oakland to Salinas at 9:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oakland to Salinas?
A bus trip from Oakland to Salinas generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Oakland 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Oakland to Salinas?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Oakland to Salinas?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Oakland 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.
The cheapest trip from Oakland to Salinas, US was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oakland to Salinas, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $39 to $49 for a bus ticket from Oakland to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $39 which is on 2025-11-30.
