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Bus San Francisco to Salinas: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$29
Average bus trip duration2h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure11:40
Distance86 miles

San Francisco to Salinas Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco - Salinas

  1. How much does a coach ticket from San Francisco to Salinas cost?

    The prices typically range from US$28 to US$31 on this trip, with the average ticket costing US$29. The exact cost can vary based on different factors such as the time of travel, the day of the week, and the coach service provider. To get accurate and up-to-date pricing information, check out all your options on our search tool.

  2. How long does the coach from San Francisco to Salinas take?

    The coach journey between San Francisco and Salinas lasts about 2h 15m. If you're looking for the fastest trip, you can get there in just about 2h 15m. Please be aware that the time it takes for your journey may vary depending on the traffic conditions along the route.

  3. At what time does the first coach from San Francisco to Salinas leave?

    The first coach from San Francisco to Salinas leaves at 11:40. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

  4. What's the distance between San Francisco and Salinas by coach?

    The journey from San Francisco to Salinas by coach covers an approximate distance of 87 miles (140 km).

  5. How can I get from San Francisco to Salinas without driving?

    You can reach Salinas from San Francisco by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

  6. Can you go on a day trip from San Francisco to Salinas?

    Absolutely, a day trip from San Francisco to Salinas is totally possible. The round-trip by coach takes roughly 4h 30m. That gives you plenty of time to visit Salinas before making your way back to San Francisco in the evening.

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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Francisco to Salinas as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Francisco and Salinas!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Francisco to Salinas, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Francisco to Salinas will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Francisco to Salinas, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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