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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CA
Cheapest price
$83
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
7 h 57 m
Average duration
8 h 3 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
425 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CA will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
Of the 3 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Salinas, CA on Tue, Jan 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 27 the direct buses cover the 425 km distance in an average of 8 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 57 m .
On Tue, Jan 27 the slowest buses will take 8 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €39.
Distance: 264 miles (425 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€71 Average price Cheapest | €77 Average price | €137 Average price |
7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company | Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CA buses for today, Monday, January 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:13 PM Los Angeles, CA | 8h02 | 2:15 AM Salinas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, January 27 | |||||
| 12:00 PM Los Angeles, CA | 8h10 | 8:10 PM Salinas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:13 PM Los Angeles, CA | 7h57 | 10:10 PM Salinas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CA
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $53 (€42) but you can travel from only $49 (€39) by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 264 miles (425 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 264 miles (425 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€42) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CAYou can travel by bus between Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CA with FlixBus for as low as $49 (€39). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Salinas, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salinas, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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