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What is the best way to travel from San Diego to Salinas, CA?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Salinas, CA from San Diego. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
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18h 20m
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What is the cheapest way to reach Salinas, CA from San Diego?

You can get to Salinas, CA with just £63 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

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    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • FlixBus
    20h 50m
    0
    17:05
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    13:55
    Salinas, CA
    Salinas Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £63
  • FlixBus
    20h 30m
    0
    17:25
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    13:55
    Salinas, CA
    Salinas Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £63
  • Greyhound US
    18h 55m
    0
    19:00
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    13:55
    Salinas, CA
    Salinas Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £65
  • Greyhound US
    18h 20m
    0
    19:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    13:55
    Salinas, CA
    Salinas Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £73
  • Greyhound US
    18h 20m
    0
    19:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    13:55
    Salinas, CA
    Central Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £77

What are the fastest trips from San Diego to Salinas, CA?

You can get to Salinas, CA from San Diego in just 18h 20m with a Bus from Greyhound US. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

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from 18h 20m
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    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • Greyhound US
    18h 20m
    0
    19:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    13:55
    Salinas, CA
    Salinas Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £73
  • Greyhound US
    18h 20m
    0
    19:35
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    13:55
    Salinas, CA
    Central Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £77
  • Greyhound US
    18h 55m
    0
    19:00
    San Diego
    San Ysidro Transit Center
    13:55
    Salinas, CA
    Salinas Bus Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £65
  • FlixBus
    20h 30m
    0
    17:25
    San Diego
    La Jolla Village
    13:55
    Salinas, CA
    Salinas Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £63
  • FlixBus
    20h 50m
    0
    17:05
    San Diego
    Old Town Transit Center
    13:55
    Salinas, CA
    Salinas Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £63
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from San Diego to Salinas, CA

What are the most popular stations in San Diego and Salinas, CA?

In San Diego, you will usually depart from Santa Fe Depot, San Ysidro Transit Center or Old Town Transit Center, while in Salinas, CA you will be arriving at Northridge Mall, E Alisal St or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Salinas, CA from San Diego? With 5 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between San Diego and Salinas, CA, you can pay as low as £63 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Greyhound US: you will get to Salinas, CA in just 18h 20m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting San Diego and Salinas, CA are Greyhound US and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in San Diego and Salinas, CA is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from San Diego Airport or to Prunedale, CA, and look at flights from Tijuana Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from San Diego to Salinas, CA?

The most popular companies between San Diego and Salinas, CA, are Greyhound US and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

All you need to know when you travel from San Diego to Salinas, CA

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San Diego to Salinas, CA. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from San Diego to Salinas, CA

How can I reach Salinas, CA from San Diego?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Salinas, CA from San Diego.

How far is Salinas, CA from San Diego?

The distance between San Diego and Salinas, CA is 602.4 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San Diego and Salinas, CA?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 16 kgs of CO2, a train 21 kgs, a car 102 kgs, and a flight 148 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from San Diego to Salinas, CA?

You can get to Salinas, CA with just £63 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to Salinas, CA?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Salinas, CA in just 18h 20m with a Bus from Greyhound US.

More routes to San Diego and to Salinas, CA

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to San Diego and to Salinas, CA. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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