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Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive
Contemporary art museum in nearby Berkeley with rotating exhibitions, films, and public programs in a striking modern building.
Cheapest price on Sep 26
$29
Average ticket price on Sep 26
$29
Fastest journey on Sep 26
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 26
2 h 30 m
Buses on Sep 26
1
Distance
140 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salinas, CA to Emeryville, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salinas, CA to Emeryville, CA will cost around $29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
On Sat, Sep 26, we found 1 buses from Salinas, CA to Emeryville, CA, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 26 the direct buses cover the 140 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sat, Sep 26 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Salinas, CA to Emeryville, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $33 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, while a train costs an average of $46.
Distance: 86 miles (140 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$33 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salinas, CA to Emeryville, CA:
A bus is $13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salinas, CA to Emeryville, CA costing on average $46.
Other travel options to Emeryville, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 18m.
Tickets start at around $33 compared to roughly $21 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.54. The journey takes 2h 22m versus 1h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Salinas, CA to Emeryville, CA buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:15 AM Salinas, CA | 2h30 | 3:45 AM Emeryville, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Salinas, CA to Emeryville, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 but you can travel from only $28 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:49, the last at 20:29. The fastest bus covers the 86 miles (140 km) distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 86 miles (140 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 6:49 AM |
Last bus 8:29 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
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Contemporary art museum in nearby Berkeley with rotating exhibitions, films, and public programs in a striking modern building.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salinas, CA to Emeryville, 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 Emeryville, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Salinas, CA to Emeryville, CA buses use the Salinas, Greyhound to Oakland, West Oakland BART Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Salinas, CA and Emeryville, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Salinas, Greyhound has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Salinas, Greyhound. ATMs are available at Salinas, Greyhound.
Ticket office support is available at Salinas, Greyhound.
Available at Salinas, Greyhound: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Salinas, Greyhound: Station is accessible to wheelchair users.
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