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Bus from Los Angeles to Salinas: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Los Angeles to Salinas. Traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Salinas usually takes around 7 hours and 48 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 264 mi (425 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 25m |
| Cheapest price | $72.00 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Los Angeles to Salinas Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Los Angeles to Salinas:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Salinas?
Bus tickets for a trip from Los Angeles to Salinas cost $72.00 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 bus ticket prices from Los Angeles to Salinas by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Los Angeles to Salinas in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $70 to $72. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 3, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Salinas this week, bus tickets are available starting at $71.
Average bus ticket prices from Los Angeles to Salinas by month
Traveling from Los Angeles to Salinas by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $72 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 14 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $0.00 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Los Angeles to Salinas?
There are multiple buses that travel from Los Angeles to Salinas, including Amtrak Thruway. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 7h 48m | $72.00 |
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 Los Angeles to Salinas start at $72. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Los Angeles to Salinas
Bus tickets for a trip from Los Angeles to Salinas cost $72.00 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.
There is usually only one bus per day from Los Angeles to Salinas. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Los Angeles to Salinas; ticket prices start at $83.
TRIPS PER DAY
1
DIRECT TRIPS
1
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 48 minutes to cover the 264 miles from Los Angeles to Salinas. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 hours and 25 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
DISTANCE (MI)
264
DISTANCE (KM)
425
There is usually only one bus per day from Los Angeles to Salinas. It leaves the station in Los Angeles at 5:45am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
EARLIEST BUS
4:50am
LATEST BUS
5:45am
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Salinas at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
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
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 Los Angeles?
Main departure station: 592 Gayley Ave
Los Angeles has two bus stations with service to Salinas.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
- 592 Gayley Ave
- Union Station
Where does the bus arrive in Salinas?
Main arrival station: 11 Station Pl
All buses from Los Angeles arrive at one main station in Salinas.
All bus stations in Salinas:
- 11 Station Pl
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