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

The cheapest way to get from Capitola to Monterey is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Capitola to Monterey is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Capitola and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Capitola to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Soquel Dr & Capitola Ave and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Capitola to Monterey?

The distance between Capitola and Monterey is 58 miles. The road distance is 37.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Capitola to Monterey without a car is to line 1 bus and line 28 bus and line 20 bus which takes 3h 46m and costs $6 - $15.

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

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

Where do I catch the Capitola to Monterey bus from?

Capitola to Monterey bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Soquel Dr & Capitola Ave station.

Where does the Capitola to Monterey bus arrive?

Capitola to Monterey bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Watsonville Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Capitola to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Capitola to Monterey is 38 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Capitola to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 271+ hotels available in Monterey.

Capitola to Monterey - 4 ways to travel via line 1 bus, and line 28 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Capitola to Monterey by bus, car, or taxi

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

Line 1 bus, line 28 bus, line 20 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Soquel Dr & Capitola Ave to Watsonville Transit Center1 / ...
2. Take the bus from Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 128 / ...
3. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler / Franklin20
3h 46m
$6–15
Drive 37.6 mi
1. Drive from Capitola to Monterey37.6 mi
42 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Capitola to Monterey37.6 mi
42 min
$120–160
Line 73 bus, line 28 bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Park Ave & Monterey Ave to Watsonville Transit Center73
2. Take the bus from Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 128 / ...
3. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler / Franklin20
3h 52m
$6–15

Capitola to Monterey by bus

91Weekly Buses

3h 46mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 57.6 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Soquel Dr & Capitola Ave to Tyler / Franklin via Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 3h 46m.

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