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

The cheapest way to get from California to Monterey is to shuttle which costs $55 - $85 and takes 8h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Monterey is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $40 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between California and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from California station to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from California to Monterey?

The distance between California and Monterey is 106 miles. The road distance is 320.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from California to Monterey without a car is to bus which takes 7h 41m and costs $60 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from California to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Monterey bus from?

California to Monterey bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from California to Monterey?

The best way to get from California to Monterey is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $40 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $100 and takes 7h 41m, you could also train, which costs $90 - $260 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the California to Monterey bus arrive?

California to Monterey bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Salinas Train Station.

Can I drive from California to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Monterey is 320 miles. It takes approximately 5h 33m to drive from California to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 269+ hotels available in Monterey.

California to Monterey - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from California to Monterey by plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)SFO - MRY
3h 57m
$43–256
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Salinas Train StationFlixBus 2005
7h 41m
$63–95
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to SalinasCoast Starlight
9h 40m
$91–251
Drive 318.6 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Monterey318.6 mi
5h 33m
$59–84
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Los Angeles to Salinas - 116 E Alisal StCbx
8h 8m
$57–80

California to Monterey by bus (Flixbus)

1Weekly Buses

7h 41mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 104.9 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

United Airlines flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) twice daily. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Salinas Train Station once a week. Tickets cost $60–95 and the journey takes 6h 20m.

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