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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 | Santa Fe Depot | Amtrak | CheapestFastest |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 11 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 010, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Salinas?
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, 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 San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Salinas?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Salinas start at R 1 010. The average price for this route is around R 1 661. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Diego to Salinas?
The average bus journey time from San Diego to Salinas is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 602 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Salinas route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Diego to Salinas?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Salinas at 06:45. And the latest bus departs at 21:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Salinas?
A bus trip from San Diego to Salinas produces an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from San Diego 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Salinas?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Diego 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 San Diego 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 San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 550To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 550 to R 2 583 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 550, which is on 2025-12-17.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Salinas, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
