Bus Tickets from San Jose, CA to Salinas, CA

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: April 26 at
    Destination city: Salinas
    Destination location: Amtrak
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to Salinas

Bus
Average PriceUS$23 - US$40Average Duration1h 20m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$24 - US$41Average Duration1h 40m
7kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to Salinas

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1h 20mAverage Duration
US$23Cheapest ticket
2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Jose to Salinas: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$40
Average Bus Trip Duration1h 20m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:50pm
Distance76 km
Latest bus departure3:20pm

San Jose to Salinas Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose - Salinas

  1. How long is the trip from San Jose to Salinas by bus?

    The bus ride from San Jose to Salinas takes 1h 20m, on average. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Salinas in about 1h 5m.

  2. What is the travel distance from San Jose to Salinas?

    San Jose and Salinas are 77 km (48 miles) apart.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Jose to Salinas?

    Buses departing from Diridon Station in San Jose will take you to Amtrak in Salinas.

  4. What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Salinas?

    The least expensive way to go from San Jose to Salinas would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$23, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from San Jose to Salinas?

    The bus from San Jose to Salinas will cost you US$40, on average.

  6. Is it possible to do a day trip from San Jose to Salinas?

    Yes, you can take a day trip from San Jose to Salinas. You'll spend about 2h 10m on the round-trip journey between San Jose and Salinas. Before booking, make sure to check the departure and arrival times to ensure you'll have enough time to explore Salinas.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose to Salinas was searched and found on Apr 26, 2025 with a price of US$16

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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