The cheapest and fastest buses from Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA
Cheapest price
$168
Average price
$168
Fastest journey
15 h
Average duration
15 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
778 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Yuma, AZ 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 Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA will cost around $168 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $168.
It's difficult to get from Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
4:20 PM15h00Yuma, AZ7:20 AMSalinas, CA$1681One-way2 transfers
4:20 PM15h00Yuma, AZ7:20 AMSalinas, CA$1681One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $113. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $113, and a bus costs an average of $194.
Distance: 483 miles (778 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$308 Average price | $185 Average price Cheapest | $115 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 55m Average total duration 17h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 35m Average total duration Fastest 14h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 45m 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 Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA:
A train is $123 (€101) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA costing on average $308 (€253).
Other travel options to Salinas, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 17h 25m.
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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.
Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 29h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $380 |
Operator Flixbus USA | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $305 |
Live departures
Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:20 PM Yuma, AZ | 20h55 | 8:15 PM Salinas, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Greyhound?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Greyhound, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA
Buses from Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $194 (€159) but you can travel from only $113 (€93) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 07:25, the last at 19:30. The fastest bus covers the 483 miles (778 km) distance in 20h 55m.
Distance 483 miles (778 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $194 (€159) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 20h 55m |
First bus 7:25 AM |
Last bus 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CAYou can travel by bus between Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $113 (€93). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Yuma, AZ 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.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- 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.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA
Most Yuma, AZ to Salinas, CA buses use the Yuma, S Castle Dome Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) to Salinas, Greyhound station pair. Use this guide to compare Yuma, AZ and Salinas, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Yuma, S Castle Dome Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) from Yuma city centre
Getting to Salinas, Greyhound from Salinas city centre
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