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Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA by bus

The journey from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA by bus is 76.67 km and takes 1 hr 8 mins. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:10 pm and the last at 6:20 pm. It is possible to travel from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA by bus for as little as RM 87.05 or as much as RM 165.32. The best price for this journey is RM 87.05.

Lowest Price RM 87.05
Journey Duration 1 hr 8 mins
Connection per Day 3
Lowest Price RM 87.05
Highest Price RM 165.32
First Departure 1:10 pm
Last Departure 6:20 pm
Distance 76.67 km
Departure Salinas, CA
Arrival San Jose, CA
Carriers FlixBus, Amtrak

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA

The cheapest Salinas, CA - San Jose, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as RM 48.58 if you’re lucky, or RM 111.33 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as RM 145.74.

Find the best day to travel to San Jose, CA by bus

When travelling to San Jose, CA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and Amtrak from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA
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Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
5.37kg
Bus
5.75kg
Flight
15.33kg
Car
12.27kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA?
A bus ticket from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA is RM 117.85. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as RM 87.05.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA is RM 87.05. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Salinas, CA and San Jose, CA by bus?
Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA is 76.67 km.
How long does the bus between Salinas, CA and San Jose, CA take?
Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA is on average 1 hr 8 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 1 hr 5 mins.
Which companies operate from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA?
The bus journey from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA is covered by 1 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: FlixBus and Amtrak.
How many bus connections per day go from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA?
Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA leave?
The earliest bus from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA departs at 1:10 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA depart?
The latest bus from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA departs at 6:20 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is RM 87.05 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA?
There are on average 3 direct connection(s) from Salinas, CA to go to San Jose, CA.
What's the fastest journey time between Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Salinas, CA and San Jose, CA is 1 hr 5 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Salinas, CA and San Jose, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA by bus?
The bus journey from Salinas, CA to San Jose, CA creates 5.75kg of CO2 emissions.