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- This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: 27 June atDeparture city: San JoseDeparture location: Diridon StationArrival time: 27 June atDestination city: SalinasDestination location: AmtrakOperated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: 27 June atDeparture city: San JoseDeparture location: Diridon StationArrival time: 27 June atDestination city: SalinasDestination location: AmtrakOperated by: Amtrak
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to SalinasAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - Salinas, US
How far is Salinas from San Jose by coach?
The journey from San Jose to Salinas by coach covers an approximate distance of 48 miles (77 km).
Is there a way to reach Salinas from San Jose without a car?
You can reach Salinas from San Jose by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Jose to Salinas was searched and found on 28 Jun 2025 with a price of US$16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Jose to Salinas as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$37 for a bus ticket from San Jose to Salinas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16, which is on 2025-06-28.
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.
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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Jose to Salinas, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Jose to Salinas will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.
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Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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