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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$143
Fastest journey
1 d 15 h 45 m
Average duration
1 d 15 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
778 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ 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 Yuma, AZ will cost around $143 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
It's difficult to get from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ without transferring at least 4 times.
3:25 AM39h45Salinas, CA7:10 PMYuma, AZ$1431One-way4 transfers
- 3:25 AM39h45Salinas, CA7:10 PMYuma, AZ$1431One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $143. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 13h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $143, and a train costs an average of $210.
Distance: 483 miles (778 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$143 Average price Cheapest | $431 Average price | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
16h 50m Average total duration 16h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 25m Average total duration Fastest 13h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company | Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ:
A bus is $288 (€236) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ costing on average $431 (€353).
Other travel options to Yuma, AZ take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 20m.
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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 Yuma, AZ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 39h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $143 |
Live departures
Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:25 AM Salinas, CA | 39h45 | 7:10 PM Yuma, AZ | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ
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Buses from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ run on average 2 times per day, taking around 16h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $143 (€117) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 07:25, the last at 21:00. The fastest bus covers the 483 miles (778 km) distance in 39h 45m.
Distance 483 miles (778 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $143 (€117) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 39h 45m |
First bus 7:25 AM |
Last bus 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZYou can travel by bus between Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ with Greyhound for as low as $143 (€117). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ 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 Yuma, AZ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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Popular bus stations from Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ
Most Salinas, CA to Yuma, AZ buses use the Salinas, Greyhound to Yuma, S Castle Dome Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Salinas, CA and Yuma, AZ 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 Yuma, S Castle Dome Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) from Yuma city centre
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