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How to get to Salinas by bus
- Routes
- 15
- Trips per day
- 24
- bus lines
- 1
- Stations
- 1
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About Salinas
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 nightclubs, lounges, and bowling centers. Salinas organizes festivals throughout the year, like the Monthly Art Market & Artisan Fair and the 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
Popular bus stations in Salinas:
- 11 Station Pl
What bus companies travel to Salinas, CA?
Located in California, Salinas is accessible by bus from 15 other cities. You can choose from 24 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Salinas on Wanderu. Amtrak Thruway usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Salinas are also available.
Bus companies serving Salinas
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 35 | 9 hr, 32 min | £54.46 |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
£11.22 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Salinas, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Salinas. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Salinas was £11.22.
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The main bus station in Salinas is 11 Station Pl. As the busiest station, it has the most bus arrivals, although some buses may make other stops in and around Salinas.
The closest airport to Salinas is Salinas Municipal Airport (SNS), located 2.9 miles from the city center of Salinas.
Salinas ranks number 21 among the most popular bus destinations in California. Salinas ranks number 262 among bus destinations in the country. Salinas ranks number 69 in California by the number of places connected to it by bus. There are 23 direct bus schedules arriving in Salinas each day.
The population of Salinas is 157,380. It ranks number 28 by population in California. It ranks number 138 by population in the country.
A short bus trip to Salinas, under 60 miles, can cost as little as £41.12. A 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Salinas starts at £11.22. A longer trip by bus to Salinas can be as cheap as £49.35.
People who take the bus to Salinas are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a bus last minute make taking a bus to Salinas easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest bus station to the city center of Salinas is 11 Station Pl, located just 0.1 miles away. Select 11 Station Pl as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Salinas. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
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| San Diego | 14 hr, 55 min | £67.29 |
| San Jose | 1 hr, 14 min | £41.12 |
| San Luis Obispo | 2 hr, 50 min | £37.38 |
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