Find coaches from Salinas, US to Oakland

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Next departures from Salinas to Oakland on 2 October
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West Oakland BARTCheapestFastest
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Coliseum/AirportNo tags
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Amtrak
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Amtrak
Emeryville StationNo tags
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Emeryville StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to Oakland

Bus
Average priceUS$28 - US$42Average duration2h 25m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$27 - US$186Average duration2h 53m
12kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Salinas to Oakland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2h 25mAverage duration
US$28Cheapest ticket
3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Salinas, US to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$31
Average bus trip duration2h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure18:05
Distance85 miles

Salinas to Oakland Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Salinas to Oakland.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Salinas to Oakland from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Oakland from Salinas, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Salinas, US - Oakland

  1. How far is Oakland from Salinas by coach?

    The journey from Salinas to Oakland by coach covers an approximate distance of 85 miles (137 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Salinas to Oakland without a car?

    You can reach Oakland from Salinas by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. 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
29/09
US$52
30/09
US$52
Today
US$52
02/10
US$26
03/10
US$34
04/10
US$22
05/10
US$45
06/10
US$52
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salinas, US to Oakland was searched and found on 4 Oct 2025 with a price of US$22

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 Oakland as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$204 for a bus ticket from Salinas, US to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22, which is on 2025-10-04.

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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Salinas to Oakland but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Salinas to Oakland.

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

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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!

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

Will you be returning to Salinas, US by bus?

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