Find coaches from San Francisco, US to Salinas, US

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Next departures from San Francisco to Salinas on 14 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
409 Townsend St, SF
AmtrakCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
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Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
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Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
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Mission St & Fremont St
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Mission St & Fremont St
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Get from San Francisco to Salinas

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 493, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2h 15mAverage duration
140 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Francisco, US to Salinas, US by bus

  1. How much does a bus ticket from San Francisco to Salinas cost?

    The bus ticket price from San Francisco to Salinas starts at R 493. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from San Francisco to Salinas is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to Salinas?

    The average travel time between San Francisco and Salinas is around 2h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 2h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 140 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between San Francisco and Salinas?

    The number of buses from San Francisco to Salinas can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from San Francisco to Salinas by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from San Francisco to Salinas?

    When taking the bus from San Francisco to Salinas, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak, FlixBus.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from San Francisco to Salinas?

    Buses travelling between San Francisco and Salinas leave from Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf) or Powell Station and arrive at Amtrak, Alisal St & Pearl St.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/11
R 665
12/11
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Today
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14/11
R 437
15/11
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16/11
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17/11
R 402
18/11
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to Salinas, US was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 402

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

You can expect to pay from R 402 to R 2 745 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 402, which is on 2025-11-17.

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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