4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
77 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Jose, 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 Jose, CA to Salinas, CA will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 6 buses that leave San Jose, CA for Salinas, CA on Mon, Jun 15, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 15 the direct buses cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
On Mon, Jun 15 the slowest buses will take 2 h 16 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.
8:04 AM2h02San Jose, CA10:06 AMSalinas, CA$91One-way1 transfer- 12:52 PM2h17San Jose, CA3:09 PMSalinas, CA$91One-way1 transfer
- 5:26 PM2h16San Jose, CA7:42 PMSalinas, CA$91One-way1 transfer
6:20 AM1h00San Jose, CA7:20 AMSalinas, CA$231One-way0 transfers- 9:25 AM0h55San Jose, CA10:20 AMSalinas, CA$231One-way0 transfers
- 9:25 AM0h55San Jose, CA10:20 AMSalinas, CA$231One-way0 transfers
- 6:20 AM1h00San Jose, CA7:20 AMSalinas, CA$231One-way0 transfers
- 11:25 AM1h15San Jose, CA12:40 PMSalinas, CA$231One-way0 transfers
- 8:04 AM2h02San Jose, CA10:06 AMSalinas, CA$91One-way1 transfer
- 5:26 PM2h16San Jose, CA7:42 PMSalinas, CA$91One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 47 miles (77 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price | $12 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 58m 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 San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA costing on average $69 (€56).
Other travel options to Salinas, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 40m.
You'll arrive about -1h -15m sooner (1h 13m by bus vs 58m by car) and save roughly $-5.00 (€-4.06) compared to fuel and tolls ($17 (€14) vs $12 (€10)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus.
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 Jose, CA to Salinas, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 08:04AM | Arrival Time 10:06AM | Duration 2h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 12:52PM | Arrival Time 03:09PM | Duration 2h17 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 05:26PM | Arrival Time 07:42PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:36AM | Duration 7h37 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA buses for today, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:45 PM San Jose, CA | 1h00 | 12:45 AM Salinas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:59 PM San Jose, CA | 7h37 | 7:36 AM Salinas, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, June 15 | |||||
| 6:20 AM San Jose, CA | 1h00 | 7:20 AM Salinas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:04 AM San Jose, CA | 2h02 | 10:06 AM Salinas, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 9:25 AM San Jose, CA | 0h55 | 10:20 AM Salinas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:25 AM San Jose, CA | 1h15 | 12:40 PM Salinas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:52 PM San Jose, CA | 2h17 | 3:09 PM Salinas, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 5:26 PM San Jose, CA | 2h16 | 7:42 PM Salinas, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA
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Buses from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:25, the last at 18:20. The fastest bus covers the 47 miles (77 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 47 miles (77 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 55m |
First bus 3:25 AM |
Last bus 6:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Santa Clara VTA from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CAYou can travel by bus between San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA with FlixBus, Santa Clara VTA for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Jose, 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
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- 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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