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There are usually 15 daily train trips available from Salinas to Los Angeles.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCZK 1,506.69 | Avg. PriceCZK 1,921.26 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips5 | Daily Trips15 |
Duration | Duration11h 31m | Duration8h 45m |
Bus from Salinas to Los Angeles: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from Salinas to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from Salinas to Los Angeles usually takes around 11 hours and 58 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 10 minutes.
| Distance | 264 mi (425 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 10m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 1,031.69 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Salinas to Los Angeles?
Bus tickets for a trip from Salinas to Los Angeles cost CZK 1,275.32 on average. Tickets cheaper than CZK 1,275.32 are an excellent bargain. 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 Salinas to Los Angeles by month
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 19 days in advance to save CZK 275.88 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Salinas to Los Angeles?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Salinas to Los Angeles. FlixBus US 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 6 | 11h 58m | CZK 1,979.31 |
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 6 trips per day from Salinas to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Salinas to Los Angeles
The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 58 minutes to cover the 264 miles from Salinas to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 10 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Salinas to Los Angeles for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00pm and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Salinas to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from Salinas to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Salinas to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at CZK 1,182.64.
City Information
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.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Salinas?
Main departure station: 11 Station Pl
Most buses depart from the main station in Salinas.
All bus stations in Salinas:
11 Station Pl
Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: 800 N Alameda St
Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 6 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
800 N Alameda St
San Fernando Bus Station
North Hollywood Bus Station
592 Gayley Ave
Downtown - Vignes Lot
1658 N Orange Drive
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