The cheapest and fastest buses from Oxnard, CA to Salinas, CA
Cheapest price
$115
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
8 h 58 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oxnard, 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 Oxnard, CA to Salinas, CA will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $115.
It's difficult to get from Oxnard, CA to Salinas, CA without transferring at least once.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oxnard, CA to Salinas, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxnard, CA to Salinas, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $387.
Distance: 221 miles (356 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$84 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $416 Average price |
6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 12m Average total duration 6h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oxnard, CA to Salinas, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Oxnard, CA to Salinas, CA buses for tomorrow, Monday, March 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:22 PM Oxnard, CA | 8h58 | 3:20 AM Salinas, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Oxnard, CA to Salinas, CA
Buses from Oxnard, CA to Salinas, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $83 (€68) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 20:59. The fastest bus covers the 221 miles (356 km) distance in 6h 21m.
Distance 221 miles (356 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $83 (€68) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 21m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 20:59 |
FAQs: Bus from Oxnard, CA to Salinas, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxnard, 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.

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