Bus Tickets from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: September 5 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: 6831 Hawthorn Ave
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: September 4 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: UCLA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: September 5 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: September 4 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: UCLA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: September 4 at
    Departure city: Salinas
    Departure location: Amtrak
    Arrival time: September 5 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Salinas to Los Angeles.

Bus
Average Price$37 - $186Average Duration9h 40m
11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$63 - $146Average Duration9h 5m
39kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salinas to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
9h 40mAverage Duration
$37Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$71
Average bus trip duration9h 40m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure2:25pm
Distance265 miles (426 km)
Latest bus departure6:05pm

Salinas to Los Angeles Bus

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

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09/01
$85
09/02
$72
Today
$72
09/04
$49
09/05
$51
09/06
$36
09/07
$57
09/08
$51
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Sep 6, 2025 with a price of $36

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $36 to $125 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-09-06.

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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Salinas and Los Angeles!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Salinas to Los Angeles, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles.

Did you know?

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Salinas, US by bus?

Bus from Los Angeles, US to Salinas, US

You can also go to Los Angeles, US by train

Train from Salinas, US to Los Angeles, US

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