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

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Atascadero is to line 20 bus and bus via King City which costs $9 - $17 and takes 6h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Atascadero is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Atascadero?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to Atascadero. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at El Camino Real & Entrada via Salinas and North County Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Monterey to Atascadero?

The distance between Monterey and Atascadero is 131 miles. The road distance is 125.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monterey to Atascadero without a car is to line 20 bus and train which takes 5h 15m and costs $24 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Monterey to Atascadero, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Atascadero bus from?

Monterey to Atascadero bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Tyler / Franklin station.

Where does the Monterey to Atascadero bus arrive?

Monterey to Atascadero bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 station.

Can I drive from Monterey to Atascadero?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Atascadero is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Monterey to Atascadero.

Where can I stay near Atascadero?

There are 389+ hotels available in Atascadero.

Monterey to Atascadero - 4 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Monterey to Atascadero by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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

Line 20 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7bus 20
2. Take the train from Salinas to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain Coast Starlight
5h 15m
$24–35
Line 20 bus, bus via King City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7bus 20
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to Canal / Bassett Streetbus 23 / ...
3. Take the bus from Canal / Bassett Street to North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Roblesbus 84
6h 41m
$9–16
Line 20 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7bus 20
2. Take the bus from Salinas to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 39m
Drive 124.4 mi
1. Drive from Monterey to Atascaderocar 124.4 mi
2h 15m
$23–33

Monterey to Atascadero by bus and train

7Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.8 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to El Camino Real & Entrada via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, Paso Robles Amtrak Station, and North County Transit Center in around 5h 39m.

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