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Los Angeles to Salinas Coach Timetable

Is it better to travel by bus or train from Los Angeles to Salinas?

There are usually 15 daily train trips from Los Angeles to Salinas.

Coach
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
RON 321.31
Avg. Price
RON 400.62
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
2
Daily Trips
15
Duration
Duration
7h 30m
Duration
7h 58m

Coach from Los Angeles to Salinas: Journey Information

There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Los Angeles to Salinas. Traveling by coach from Los Angeles to Salinas usually takes around 7 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 6 hours and 20 minutes.

Distance264 mi (425 km)
Shortest duration6h 20m
Cheapest priceRON 198.30
Trips per day2
Most frequent serviceAmtrak Thruway
Coach lines2

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How much is a coach ticket from Los Angeles to Salinas?

Bus tickets for a trip from Los Angeles to Salinas cost RON 295.38 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Los Angeles to Salinas by month

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Salinas, mark your calendar for May. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just RON 309. However, taking the bus from Los Angeles to Salinas during July is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of RON 344. The best way to find deals on a trip in July is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

Prices as travel date approaches

RON 441RON 353RON 265RON 176RON 883020100

To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 23 days in advance to save up to RON 126.40.

What coach companies travel from Los Angeles to Salinas?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Los Angeles to Salinas that you can compare and book on Wanderu. However, each company only runs one bus per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Thruway17h 45mRON 317.43
FlixBus US16h 41mRON 377.25
  • Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Los Angeles to Salinas start at RON 317. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.

  • FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Los Angeles to Salinas, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Los Angeles to Salinas

The coach takes an average of 7 hours and 31 minutes to cover the 264 miles from Los Angeles to Salinas. However, the fastest coach only takes 6 hours and 20 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Because many passengers travel from Los Angeles to Salinas at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."

The first coach leaves at 04:00 and the last coach leaves at 05:00. To see the times for all coaches from Los Angeles to Salinas, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Los Angeles to Salinas. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Los Angeles to Salinas; ticket prices start at RON 242.48.

City Information

Los Angeles

Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.

The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.

Salinas

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Salinas is a city in California popularly known as the Salad Bowl of the World- though the nickname is about more than healthy food. The city has a vibrant agriculture industry, pristine farmland, historic sites, and plenty of greenery. As an agriculture-based city, it's not surprising that there are a lot of outdoor areas to visit, from Natividad Creek Park to the Creekbridge Neighborhood Park. In addition, history lovers in Salinas can visit the National Steinbeck Center and Monterey & Salinas Valley Railroad Museum for their interactive exhibits, while Salinas Valley Art Gallery appeals to art lovers.

For wine lovers in Salinas, there is a wide range of wineries and vineyards in the city, with popular choices being the Chateau Sinnet Winery and Vineyard, and SMD Vineyards. Visitors to the city can check out the nightclubs, lounges, and bowling centers. Salinas organizes festivals throughout the year, like the Monthly Art Market & Artisan Fair and the 7th Annual Halloween Beer Crawl.

If you're visiting Salinas by train, over 100 cities offer routes by Amtrak. Fewer bus lines are going to the city, provided by Amtrak Thruway. There are also Monterey-Salinas Transit services for transport inside the city.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Los Angeles?

Main departure station: 592 Gayley Ave

Coaches to Salinas leave from 4 stations in Los Angeles.

All coach stations in Los Angeles:

  • 592 Gayley Ave

  • Union Station

  • 800 N Alameda St

  • North Hollywood Bus Station

Where does the coach arrive in Salinas?

Main arrival station: 11 Station Pl

All coaches from Los Angeles arrive at one main station in Salinas.

Coach stations in Salinas:

  • 11 Station Pl

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