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Emeryville to Salinas Bus Schedule
Bus from Emeryville to Salinas: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Emeryville to Salinas. Traveling by bus from Emeryville to Salinas usually takes around 2 hours and 36 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 87 mi (140 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $15.00 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Emeryville to Salinas?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Emeryville to Salinas. Amtrak Thruway connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 3 | 2h 36m | $15.00 |
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 Emeryville to Salinas start at $15. On average, there are 3 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Emeryville to Salinas
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 36 minutes to cover the 87 miles from Emeryville to Salinas. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 25 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Emeryville to Salinas at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. 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, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Salinas, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Emeryville to Salinas, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled buses that travel from Emeryville to Salinas every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Emeryville to Salinas without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Emeryville to Salinas; ticket prices start at $25.00.
City Information
Emeryville
Emeryville is the true hometown of Nemo, Buzz, and Mike Wazowski-- or at least the hometown of Pixar, the studio that created them. Located in Alameda County, right next to San Francisco, Emeryville is considered one of California's best residential areas. Locals of Emeryville enjoy a dense urban vibe, with numerous bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.
If you love food, visit one of the most exquisite restaurants in Emeryville. The Old Stamp House is a restaurant where every crew member wants you to have a great time on each food course. They show incredible food knowledge and appreciation, as well as where and how the food was sourced.
There are almost limitless ways of transport, from bikes and buses to taxis, trains, and planes. Amtrak has multiple lines that stop in Emeryville, including the California Zephyr, Coast Starlight, and Capitol Corridor, on the way to cities like San Francisco, Sacramento, and even Chicago. San Francisco International Airport and Oakland International Airport are the two major international airports that serve Emeryville and are only 25 and 10 miles away, respectively.
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 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
Where does the bus leave from in Emeryville?
Main departure station: 5885 Horton St
Most buses depart from the main station in Emeryville.
All bus stations in Emeryville:
5885 Horton St
Where does the bus arrive in Salinas?
Main arrival station: 11 Station Pl
All buses from Emeryville arrive at one main station in Salinas.
All bus stations in Salinas:
11 Station Pl
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