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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to Monterey is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to Monterey is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Stockton, San Jose and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

How far is it from Chico to Monterey?

The distance between Chico and Monterey is 303 miles. The road distance is 262.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to Monterey without a car is to train which takes 9h 15m and costs $80 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 9h 15m to get from Chico to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chico to Monterey bus from?

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

Train or bus from Chico to Monterey?

The best way to get from Chico to Monterey is to train which takes 9h 15m and costs $80 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Chico to Monterey bus arrive?

Chico to Monterey bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stockton station.

Can I drive from Chico to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to Monterey is 262 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Chico to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 258+ hotels available in Monterey.

Chico to Monterey - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chico to Monterey by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to SalinasCoast Starlight
9h 15m
$82–113
Drive 260.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chico to Monterey260.9 mi
4h 42m
$48–69
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Stockton
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Jose
3. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinas
9h 36m

Chico to Monterey by train and bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

9h 15mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chico to Monterey.

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Distance: 301.3 mi
Duration: 9h 15m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $80–110 and the journey takes 7h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chico Amtrak to Tyler / Franklin via Stockton, San Jose, Salinas, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 9h 36m.

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