The cheapest and fastest buses from Salinas, CA to Yuba City, CA
Cheapest price
$94
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salinas, CA to Yuba City, 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 Yuba City, CA will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
It's difficult to get from Salinas, CA to Yuba City, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
3:25 AM7h25Salinas, CA10:50 AMYuba City, CA$941One-way2 transfers
3:25 AM7h25Salinas, CA10:50 AMYuba City, CA$941One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Salinas, CA to Yuba City, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Salinas, CA to Yuba City, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $482.
Distance: 170 miles (274 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$57 Average price Cheapest | $482 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration Fastest 6h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salinas, CA to Yuba City, CA:
A bus is $425 (€347) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salinas, CA to Yuba City, CA costing on average $482 (€394).
Other travel options to Yuba City, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 10m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Salinas, CA to Yuba City, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $57 |
Live departures
Salinas, CA to Yuba City, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salinas, CA to Yuba City, CA buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:25 AM Salinas, CA | 8h10 | 6:35 PM Yuba City, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
![]() | 3:25 AM Salinas, CA | 7h25 | 10:50 AM Yuba City, CA | 2 transfers | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salinas, CA to Yuba City, CA
Buses from Salinas, CA to Yuba City, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:25, the last at 12:55. The fastest bus covers the 170 miles (274 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 170 miles (274 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 3:25 AM |
Last bus 12:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Bus from Salinas, CA to Yuba City, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salinas, CA to Yuba City, 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 Yuba City, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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