Bus Tickets from Portland, OR to Salinas, US

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Next departures for Portland to Salinas on October 16
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Portland Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound
Portland Union Station
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Greyhound + FlixBus
Portland Union Station
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Greyhound + FlixBus
Portland Union Station
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Portland Union Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Salinas.

Bus
Average Price$232 - $336Average Duration1d 16h
25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$109 - $250Average Duration21h 44m
90kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Portland to Salinas

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 21 hours 44 minutes and with fares starting at just $109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
21h 44mAverage Duration
$109Cheapest ticket
90kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Portland, OR to Salinas, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$249
Average bus trip duration1d 16h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure2:00am
Distance613 miles (988 km)

Portland to Salinas Bus

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$157
10/15
$137
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Salinas, US was searched and found on Oct 15, 2025 with a price of $137

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

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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 Portland to Salinas but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

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 Portland to Salinas.

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

Did you know?

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

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 some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Will you be returning to Portland, OR by bus?

Bus from Salinas, US to Portland, OR

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Train from Portland, OR to Salinas, US

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