Bus from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Salinas to Los Angeles on 16 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 660, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
7h 40mAverage duration
411 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 660 - R 2 881Average duration7h 40m
10kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 077 - R 2 508Average duration9h 5m
39kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Salinas to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Salinas to Los Angeles start at R 660. The average price for this route is around R 1 309. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Salinas to Los Angeles?

    The average bus journey time from Salinas to Los Angeles is 7h 40m, covering a distance of 411 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Salinas to Los Angeles route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salinas to Los Angeles?

    The earliest bus departs from Salinas to Los Angeles at 14:25. And the latest bus departs at 18:05.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salinas to Los Angeles?

    A bus trip from Salinas to Los Angeles produces an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Salinas to Los Angeles?

    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 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salinas to Los Angeles?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Salinas to Los Angeles?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Salinas to Los Angeles?

    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
13/12
R 1 245
14/12
R 1 245
Today
R 1 245
16/12
R 1 245
17/12
R 1 245
18/12
R 1 245
19/12
R 1 245
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R 1 245
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 245

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 245 to R 2 161 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 245, which is on 2025-12-16.

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