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

The cheapest way to get from Lompoc to Monterey is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lompoc to Monterey is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Lompoc and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Lompoc to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Cypress Ave and I St and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Lompoc to Monterey?

The distance between Lompoc and Monterey is 206 miles. The road distance is 195.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lompoc to Monterey without a car is to taxi and train which takes 7h 5m and costs $130 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Lompoc to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lompoc to Monterey bus from?

Lompoc to Monterey bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Lompoc to Monterey bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lompoc to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Lompoc to Monterey is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Lompoc to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 273+ hotels available in Monterey.

Lompoc to Monterey - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, shuttle, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Lompoc to Monterey by taxi, train, bus, shuttle, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Lompoc to Guadalupe Amtrak Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
7h 5m
$136–212
Drive 194.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lompoc to Montereycar 194.2 mi
3h 48m
$36–52
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to Transit Centerbus 30
2. Take a shuttle bus from Santa Maria to Salinas - 116 E Alisal Stshuttle Cbx
7h 15m
$37–61
Bus, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Lompoc to Hollister at Kelloggbus
2. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBA - SFO
3. Take a shuttle bus from SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level to Monterey Shuttle Stationshuttle
7h 1m
$93–292
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 26m
$61–104
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to Transit Centerbus 30
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government Centerbus 10N
3. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Salinastrain
9h 57m
$37–87

Lompoc to Monterey by bus and shuttle

7Weekly Services

7h 15mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to Salinas 3 times a day. Tickets cost $55–100 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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