What is the cheapest way to get from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University?

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University is to bus which costs $10 - $18 and takes 7h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University?

The fastest way to get from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and California Polytechnic State University?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stop via Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

Where do I catch the Monterey to California Polytechnic State University bus from?

Monterey to California Polytechnic State University bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Tyler / Franklin station.

Where can I stay near California Polytechnic State University?

There are 307+ hotels available in California Polytechnic State University.

Monterey to California Polytechnic State University

Q: How far is it from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University?

The distance between Monterey and California Polytechnic State University is 147 miles. The road distance is 135.5 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University without a car?

The best way to get from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University without a car is to line 20 bus and bus which takes 4h 57m and costs $35 - $70.

Q: How long does it take to get from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University, including transfers.

Q: Train or bus from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University?

The best way to get from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University is to line 20 bus and bus which takes 4h 57m and costs $35 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $80 and takes 6h 41m.

Q: Can I drive from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to California Polytechnic State University is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University.

There are 4 ways to get from Monterey to California Polytechnic State University by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Line 20 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7bus 20
2. Take the bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 57m
$37–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to Canal / Bassett Streetbus 23 / ...
2. Take the bus from Canal / Bassett Street to North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Roblesbus 84
3. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Cal Poly Librarybus 9S
7h 28m
$10–17
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight
6h 41m
$33–75
Drive 134.7 mi
1. Drive from Monterey to California Polytechnic State Universitycar 134.7 mi
2h 50m
$25–36

Monterey to California Polytechnic State University by bus and foot

28Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.4 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to California Polytechnic State University via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, and San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stop in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to San Luis Obispo once daily. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 3h 18m.

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