Bus Tickets from Salinas (CA), US to San Diego (CA), US

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Next departures to San Diego

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: June 6 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: June 7 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Downtown SD (Seaport)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 6 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: June 7 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 6 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: June 7 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 6 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: June 6 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Old Town San Diego
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 6 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: June 7 at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: UCSD Health La Jolla Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Salinas to San Diego

Bus
Average PriceUS$64 - US$191Average Duration15h 25m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$81 - US$164Average Duration17h 19m
55kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salinas to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 15 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
15h 25mAverage Duration
US$64Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Salinas to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$93
Average Bus Trip Duration15h 25m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure2:00pm
Distance602 km
Latest bus departure6:20pm

Salinas to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salinas (CA), US - San Diego (CA), US

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

    The trip from Salinas to San Diego will take on average 15h 25m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 11h 25m.

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

    The distance between Salinas and San Diego is approximately 604 km (374 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Amtrak in Salinas will take you to Mission Valley Sheraton in San Diego.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Salinas to San Diego?

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to San Diego from Salinas; it tends to be more affordable. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$64, making this your best choice for this trip.

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

    You can expect to pay around US$93 for the bus ride from Salinas to San Diego.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06-03
US$90
06-04
US$90
Today
US$90
06-06
US$112
06-07
No data
06-08
US$77
06-09
US$90
06-10
US$90
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salinas to San Diego was searched and found on Jun 8, 2025 with a price of US$77

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

You can expect to pay from US$77 to US$187 for a bus ticket from Salinas to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$77 which is on 2025-06-08.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Salinas to San Diego.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Salinas to San Diego will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Salinas to San Diego while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Salinas to San Diego?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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