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

The cheapest way to get from Fresno to Monterey is to bus and line 20 bus which costs $16 - $35 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fresno to Monterey is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Fresno and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Fresno to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Fresno, CA and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Monterey / Gilroy Train Station and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Fresno to Monterey?

The distance between Fresno and Monterey is 167 miles. The road distance is 154.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fresno to Monterey without a car is to bus and line 20 bus which takes 5h 21m and costs $16 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Fresno to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fresno to Monterey bus from?

Fresno to Monterey bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Fresno, CA station.

Where does the Fresno to Monterey bus arrive?

Fresno to Monterey bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Gilroy station.

Can I drive from Fresno to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Fresno to Monterey is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Fresno to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 257+ hotels available in Monterey.

Fresno to Monterey - 2 ways to travel via bus, line 20 bus, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Fresno to Monterey by bus or car

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Bus, line 20 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Fresno, CA to Gilroybus
2. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3bus 59
3. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler / Franklinbus 20
5h 21m
$17–33
Drive 153.2 mi
1. Drive from Fresno to Montereycar 153.2 mi
2h 46m
$28–41

Fresno to Monterey by bus and foot

17Weekly Services

5h 21mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Fresno to Monterey.

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Distance: 165.7 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Fresno, CA to Tyler / Franklin via Gilroy, Monterey / Gilroy Train Station, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 5h 21m.

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