Find coaches from Salinas, US to San Diego, CA, US

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Today20 Jun
from US$103
Tomorrow21 Jun
from US$95
Sun22 Jun
from US$93
Mon23 Jun
from US$95
Tue24 Jun
from US$95
Wed25 Jun
from US$95
Thu26 Jun
from US$95
Fri27 Jun
from US$108

Next departures to San Diego

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Santa Fe Depot
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Old Town San Diego
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: San Diego
    Destination location: Old Town San Diego
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to San Diego

Bus
Average priceUS$60 - US$195Average duration15h 25m
15kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$81 - US$164Average duration17h 19m
55kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salinas to San Diego

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Diego. The journey takes about 15 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
15h 25mAverage duration
US$60Cheapest ticket
15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Salinas to San Diego: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$95
Average bus trip duration15h 25m
Number of daily buses4.333333333333333
Earliest bus departure14:25
Distance371 miles
Latest bus departure18:05

Salinas to San Diego Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Salinas, US - San Diego, CA, US

  1. How far is San Diego from Salinas by coach?

    The journey from Salinas to San Diego by coach covers an approximate distance of 374 miles (604 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach San Diego from Salinas without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
18/06
US$90
19/06
US$77
Today
US$95
21/06
US$90
22/06
US$85
23/06
US$90
24/06
US$90
25/06
US$90
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salinas to San Diego was searched and found on 19 Jun 2025 with a price of US$77

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salinas to San Diego as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$77 to US$142 for a bus ticket from Salinas to San Diego based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$85, which is on 2025-06-22.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Salinas to San Diego.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Salinas to San Diego, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Salinas to San Diego will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Salinas to San Diego while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Salinas to San Diego?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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