What is the cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Monterey?

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Monterey is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Berkeley to Monterey?

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Monterey is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Berkeley and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Berkeley to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Emeryville and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Berkeley to Monterey?

The distance between Berkeley and Monterey is 138 miles. The road distance is 116 miles.

How do I travel from Berkeley to Monterey without a car?

The best way to get from Berkeley to Monterey without a car is to bus and line 20 bus which takes 3h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Berkeley to Monterey?

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Berkeley to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berkeley to Monterey bus from?

Berkeley to Monterey bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Emeryville station.

Where does the Berkeley to Monterey bus arrive?

Berkeley to Monterey bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Berkeley to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Monterey is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Berkeley to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 263+ hotels available in Monterey.

Berkeley to Monterey - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 20 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Berkeley to Monterey by bus (Amtrak), train, bus, car, subway, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, line 20 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Emeryville to SalinasAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler / Franklin20
3h 46m
Drive 115.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Berkeley to Monterey115.3 mi
2h 5m
$21–31
Train, line 20 bus
1. Take the train from Emeryville to SalinasCoast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler / Franklin20
4h 48m
$34–64
BART, shuttle
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to San Francisco International AirportRed-S
2. Take a shuttle bus from SFO Airport International Arrivals to Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking GarageMonterey Airbus from airport
4h 52m
$71–88
BART, bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Berryessa / North San Jose
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinas
3. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler / Franklin20
4h 56m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Berkeley to Monterey.

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Distance: 136.8 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Berkeley, CA, USA and Monterey, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Emeryville to Tyler / Franklin via Salinas and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 3h 46m.

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