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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
17 h 5 m
Average duration
17 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
488 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
It's difficult to get from San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
2:15 PM17h05San Bernardino, CA7:20 AMSalinas, CA$1341One-way2 transfers
- 2:15 PM17h05San Bernardino, CA7:20 AMSalinas, CA$1341One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $141. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $141, and a bus costs an average of $231.
Distance: 303 miles (488 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$238 Average price | $141 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 55m Average total duration Fastest 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 49m Average total duration 12h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA:
A train is $97 (€79) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA costing on average $238 (€193).
Other travel options to Salinas, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 19m.
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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.
San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 15h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $231 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $134 |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA
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Buses from San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $231 (€186) but you can travel from only $141 (€114) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 18:20. The fastest bus covers the 303 miles (488 km) distance in 15h 50m.
Distance 303 miles (488 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $231 (€186) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 15h 50m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 6:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus from San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CAYou can travel by bus between San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA with FlixBus for as low as $141 (€114). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Bernardino, CA to Salinas, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Bernardino, CA 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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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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