Find coaches from Salinas, US to San Jose, US

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Next departures from Salinas to San Jose on 18 September
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Diridon StationCheapestFastest
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Diridon StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to San Jose

Bus
Average priceUS$17 - US$40Average duration1h 15m
2kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$21 - US$43Average duration1h 33m
7kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salinas to San Jose

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1h 15mAverage duration
US$17Cheapest ticket
2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Salinas, US to San Jose, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$40
Average bus trip duration1h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure13:00
Distance48 miles
Latest bus departure18:05

Salinas to San Jose Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Salinas to San Jose, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Salinas, US - San Jose, US

  1. What's the distance between Salinas and San Jose by coach?

    The distance between Salinas and San Jose by coach is approximately 48 miles (77 km).

  2. How can I get from Salinas to San Jose without driving?

    You can travel to San Jose from Salinas by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
14/09
US$16
15/09
US$37
Today
US$37
17/09
US$37
18/09
US$11
19/09
US$10
20/09
US$10
21/09
US$10
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salinas, US to San Jose, US was searched and found on 20 Sept 2025 with a price of US$10

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

You can expect to pay from US$10 to US$37 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$10, which is on 2025-09-20.

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 Jose.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 Jose, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Salinas to San Jose that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Salinas to San Jose.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Will you be returning to Salinas, US by bus?

Bus from San Jose, US to Salinas, US

You can also go to San Jose, US by train

Train from Salinas, US to San Jose, US

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