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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from San Jose to Salinas. Traveling by bus from San Jose to Salinas usually takes around one hour and 13 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in just one hour and 5 minutes.
Distance | 47 mi (76 km) |
Shortest duration | 1h 5m |
Cheapest price | RON 71.92 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from San Jose to Salinas?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Jose to Salinas cost RON 71.92 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly average prices
What bus companies travel from San Jose to Salinas?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from San Jose to Salinas. FlixBus US is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
FlixBus US | 2 | 1h 14m | RON 128.01 |
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 2 trips per day from San Jose to Salinas, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of one hour and 13 minutes to cover the 47 miles from San Jose to Salinas. However, the fastest bus only takes an hour and 5 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Salinas. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 12:00pm and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Jose to Salinas, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from San Jose to Salinas. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Jose to Salinas; ticket prices start at RON 74.29.
City Information
San Jose
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San Jose is located in the heart of the world-famous Silicon Valley in California’s Bay Area. It is the largest city in Northern California and, as such, it is the area’s cultural, political and financial center.
While you’re in San Jose, make sure to check out the city’s various museums. Since you’re in the world’s foremost technology hub, the Tech Museum of Innovation is a must-visit. And since you’re on the West Coast, you should stop by the San Jose Museum of Art that features the largest permanent collection of works from West Coast artists.
Thanks to its mild California climate, San Jose is one of the best cities in the U.S. for outdoor activities, and due to its largely younger-leaning population, it offers quite the vibrant nightlife. In fact, San Jose is among the biggest party hubs in America.
San Jose is served by various bus carriers and has several Amtrak stops within its vicinity. In addition, the city’s airport is located right near the downtown area, which makes travel to and from San Jose a breeze.
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 San Jose?
Main departure station: Diridon Station
San Jose has two bus stations with service to Salinas.
All bus stations in San Jose:
Diridon Station
Downtown San Jose - 129 W San Carlos St
Where does the bus arrive in Salinas?
Main arrival station: 11 Station Pl
All buses from San Jose arrive at one main station in Salinas.
All bus stations in Salinas:
11 Station Pl
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