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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$73
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
307 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 2 buses that leave Santa Barbara, CA for Salinas, CA on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 307 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 5 h 37 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, and a flight costs an average of €68.
Distance: 190 miles (307 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€61 Average price Cheapest | €84 Average price | €280 Average price |
5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration 5h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration Fastest 3h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA buses for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 4:58 PM Santa Barbara, CA | 5h37 | 10:35 PM Salinas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA
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Buses from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $39 (€32) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 16:40. The fastest bus covers the 190 miles (307 km) distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 190 miles (307 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $39 (€32) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 16:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CAYou can travel by bus between Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA with FlixBus for as low as $39 (€32). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Salinas, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Barbara, 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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