Bus Tickets from Portland, OR to Salinas, US

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Next departures to Salinas

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 26 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: PDX Airport
    Arrival time: August 27 at
    Destination city: Salinas
    Destination location: Amtrak
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 26 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: PDX Airport
    Arrival time: August 27 at
    Destination city: Salinas
    Destination location: Amtrak
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to Salinas

Bus
Average PriceUS$228 - US$292Average Duration1d 16h
25kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
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Train
Average PriceUS$109 - US$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 a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 21 hours 44 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

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

Bus Portland, OR to Salinas, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$234
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 16h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure2:00am
Distance988 km

Portland to Salinas Bus

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Portland, OR - Salinas, US

  1. How far is Portland from Salinas?

    The distance between Portland and Salinas is around 989 km (613 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Portland to Salinas?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Portland Union Station, in Portland, and end it at Amtrak, in Salinas.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$157
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Salinas, US was searched and found on Aug 23, 2025 with a price of US$157

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.

You can expect to pay from US$157 to US$651 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$221 which is on 2025-08-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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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.

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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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