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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CA
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
1 d 10 m
Average duration
1 d 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salinas, CA to Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, CA will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
It's difficult to get from Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
1:20 PM24h10Salinas, CA1:30 PMLong Beach, CA$981One-way2 transfers
- 1:20 PM24h10Salinas, CA1:30 PMLong Beach, CA$981One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $105. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 19h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $105, and a bus costs an average of $105.
Distance: 280 miles (451 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$105 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 45m Average total duration Fastest 19h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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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 Long Beach, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Monterey-Salinas Transit | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 24h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Monterey-Salinas Transit | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 43h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $98 |
Live departures
Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CA buses for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:20 PM Salinas, CA | 24h10 | 1:30 PM Long Beach, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CA
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Buses from Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $105 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 09:35, the last at 10:05. The fastest bus covers the 280 miles (451 km) distance in 19h 15m.
Distance 280 miles (451 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 19h 15m |
First bus 9:35 AM |
Last bus 10:05 AM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Monterey-Salinas Transit from Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CAYou can travel by bus between Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CA with Monterey-Salinas Transit for as low as $105. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salinas, CA to Long Beach, 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 Long Beach, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular bus stations from Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CA
Most Salinas, CA to Long Beach, CA buses use the Salinas, Greyhound to Long Beach, East 1st Street / N Waite Court (Transit Gallery) station pair. Use this guide to compare Salinas, CA and Long Beach, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Salinas, Greyhound from Salinas city centre
Getting to Long Beach, East 1st Street / N Waite Court (Transit Gallery) from Long Beach city centre
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