Bus Tickets from Salinas, CA to Portland, OR

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TodayMay 9
TomorrowMay 10
from US$160
SunMay 11
from US$177
MonMay 12
from US$160
TueMay 13
from US$180
WedMay 14
from US$180
ThuMay 15
from US$180
FriMay 16

Next departures to Portland

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Portland
    Destination location: Portland Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Portland
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Portland
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: May 12 at
    Destination city: Portland
    Destination location: Portland Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 10 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: May 11 at
    Destination city: Portland
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Salinas to Portland

Bus
Average PriceUS$131 - US$286Average Duration1d 7h
25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$102 - US$243Average Duration21h 27m
90kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Salinas to Portland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 21 hours 27 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
21h 27mAverage Duration
US$102Cheapest ticket
90kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Salinas to Portland: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$174
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 7h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure2:00pm
Distance988 km
Latest bus departure6:20pm

Salinas to Portland Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salinas - Portland

  1. How long does it take to get to Portland from Salinas by bus?

    The typical travel time from Salinas to Portland by bus is around 1d 7h. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 22h 30m.

  2. What is the distance between Salinas and Portland?

    The distance covered from Salinas to Portland is 989 km (613 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Salinas to Portland?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Amtrak, in Salinas, and end it at Portland Union Station, in Portland.

  4. How much is the bus from Salinas to Portland?

    The bus fare from Salinas to Portland is approximately US$174.

  5. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Salinas to Portland?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Salinas until 6:20pm and reaching Portland on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05-07
US$172
05-08
US$172
Today
US$172
05-10
US$172
05-11
US$172
05-12
US$172
05-13
US$172
05-14
US$172
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salinas to Portland was searched and found on May 7, 2025 with a price of US$172

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

You can expect to pay from US$172 to US$1,259 for a bus ticket from Salinas to Portland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$172 which is on 2025-05-10.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Salinas to Portland.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Salinas to Portland, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Salinas to Portland will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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!

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.

Will you be returning to Salinas by bus?

Bus from Salinas to Portland

You can also go to Portland by train

Train from Salinas to Portland

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