The cheapest and fastest buses from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, Salinas, CA
- Cheapest price on Nov 04
- $0
- Average ticket price on Nov 04
- $5
- Fastest journey on Nov 04
- 55 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 04
- 1 h 14 m
- Buses on Nov 04
- 8
- Distance
- 76 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, Salinas, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 8 buses from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, Salinas, CA, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct buses cover the 76 km distance in an average of 1 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 55 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest buses will take 2 h 2 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.

6:20 AM 1h00 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA 7:20 AM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA Find prices0 transfers
9:25 AM 0h55 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA 10:20 AM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA Find prices0 transfers
11:25 AM 1h15 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA 12:40 PM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA Find prices0 transfers
11:45 PM 1h00 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA 12:45 AM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA Find prices0 transfers
8:04 AM 2h02 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA 10:06 AM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA $9 1 One-way 1 transfer

9:25 AM 0h55 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA 10:20 AM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA Find prices0 transfers
6:20 AM 1h00 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA 7:20 AM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA Find prices0 transfers
11:45 PM 1h00 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA 12:45 AM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA Find prices0 transfers
11:25 AM 1h15 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA 12:40 PM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA Find prices0 transfers
8:04 AM 2h02 San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA 10:06 AM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA $9 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Bus from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, Salinas, CA
Buses from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, Salinas, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 but you can travel from only $28 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:20, the last at 23:59. The fastest bus covers the 47 miles (76 km) distance in 1h 5m.
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Journey facts
- Distance47 miles (76 km)
- Average bus duration1h 5m
- Cheapest ticket price$38
- Buses per day1
- Direct buses1
- Fastest bus1h 5m
- First bus6:20 AM
- Last bus11:59 PM
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- Low SeasonOct - Dec
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Frequently asked questions about your San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, Salinas, CA trip
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San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, 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 Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 08:04AM | Arrival Time 10:06AM | Duration 2h02 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:25AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 12:52PM | Arrival Time 03:09PM | Duration 2h17 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 05:26PM | Arrival Time 07:42PM | Duration 2h16 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 12:45AM | Duration 1h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Santa Clara VTA | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:36AM | Duration 7h37 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
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San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, Salinas, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, Salinas, CA buses for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:26 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 2h16 | 7:42 PM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:45 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 1h00 | 12:45 AM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:59 PM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 7h37 | 7:36 AM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, November 4 | |||||
![]() | 6:20 AM San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA | 1h00 | 7:20 AM Salinas Station, Salinas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Bus companies
Bus companies from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, Salinas, CA
Buses from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, Salinas, CA with FlixBus. Overnight buses available on this route with FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA and Salinas Station, Salinas, CA
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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.
FAQs: Bus from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, Salinas, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San José Diridon Station, San Jose, CA to Salinas Station, 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 Station, Salinas, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

