Portland, OR to Salinas, CA bus

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Compare train for Portland, OR to Salinas, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Portland, OR to Salinas, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €173 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 22h 14m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €173, while a train costs an average of €173.

Distance: 613 miles (987 km)

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Driving

€173

Average price

Cheapest

€121

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

22h 14m

Average total duration

Fastest

21h 44m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 43m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Portland, OR to Salinas, CA is a train with an average price of €173.

This is compared to other travel options from Portland, OR to Salinas, CA:

A train is €435 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portland, OR to Salinas, CA costing on average €609.

The fastest way to travel from Portland, OR to Salinas, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 9m.

Other travel options to Salinas, CA take longer:

Train takes on average 21h 44m.

Yes, you can take a train between Portland, OR and Salinas, CA.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Portland, OR to Salinas, CA among Omio's users.

Compare prices and tickets Portland, OR to Salinas, CA by train

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Portland, OR to Salinas, CA

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Take a bus from Portland, OR to Salinas, CA and enjoy the approximately 613 miles (987 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.

The earliest bus runs at 02:00, the last at 20:00.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €173
Distance
613 miles (987 km)
First bus
2:00 AM
Last bus
8:00 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
35 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €173

FAQs: Bus from Portland, OR to Salinas, CA

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portland, OR 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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Popular bus stations from Portland, OR to Salinas, CA

Most Portland, OR to Salinas, CA buses use the Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage) to Salinas, Greyhound station pair. Use this guide to compare Portland, OR and Salinas, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Portland
Arrival bus stations in Salinas

Which Portland, OR station do buses to Salinas, CA leave from?

Buses from Portland, OR to Salinas, CA leave from Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage). The station is 0 miles (1 km) from Portland, OR city centre at 1025 NW Station Way, Portland, OR 97209, USA.
Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage)1025 NW Station Way, Portland, OR 97209, USAWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage) from Portland city centre

TramNs, B · 12m · €2 · every ~8 min

Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage) bus station facilities and services

Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage). ATMs are available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage).

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage).

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage): Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Portland, NW Station Way (Station Place Parking Garage): Ramp access available.

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