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

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to California is to bus which costs $35 - $100 and takes 8h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monterey to California is to drive which takes 5h 32m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to California station. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals via Salinas Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Monterey to California?

The distance between Monterey and California is 343 miles. The road distance is 320.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monterey to California without a car is to bus which takes 8h 3m and costs $35 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Monterey to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to California bus from?

Monterey to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Salinas Train Station.

Train or bus from Monterey to California?

The best way to get from Monterey to California is to bus which takes 8h 3m and costs $35 - $100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $160 and takes 10h 58m.

Where does the Monterey to California bus arrive?

Monterey to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Monterey to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to California is 320 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Monterey to California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 3372+ hotels available in California.

Monterey to California - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and shuttle

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

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

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas Train Station to Los Angeles Union Station ArrivalsFlixBus 2005
8h 3m
$37–98
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Los AngelesCoast Starlight
10h 58m
$82–153
Drive 318.2 mi
1. Drive from Monterey to Los Angeles318.2 mi
5h 32m
$59–84
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Salinas - 116 E Alisal St to Los AngelesSan Jose
9h 36m
$54–81

Monterey to California by bus (Flixbus)

2Weekly Buses

8h 3mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 341.3 mi
Duration: 8h 3m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Salinas Train Station to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals twice a week. Tickets cost $35–95 and the journey takes 6h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $80–150 and the journey takes 9h 5m.

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