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

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Montecito is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Montecito is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Montecito?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to Montecito. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at East Valley & San Ysidro via Salinas, UCSB North Hall Inbound and Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.

How far is it from Monterey to Montecito?

The distance between Monterey and Montecito is 278 miles. The road distance is 238.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monterey to Montecito without a car is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs $90 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Monterey to Montecito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Montecito bus from?

Monterey to Montecito bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Monterey to Montecito?

The best way to get from Monterey to Montecito is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs $90 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $100 and takes 9h 32m.

Where does the Monterey to Montecito bus arrive?

Monterey to Montecito bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Monterey to Montecito?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Montecito is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Monterey to Montecito.

Where can I stay near Montecito?

There are 303+ hotels available in Montecito.

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

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

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

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to Santa BarbaraCoast Starlight
8h 5m
$91–287
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus StopAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 32m
$32–97
Drive 236.8 mi
1. Drive from Monterey to Montecito236.8 mi
4h 25m
$44–63
Shuttle, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage to SFO Airport Terminal 2-Lower Level
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)SFO - SBA
7h 46m
$104–346

Monterey to Montecito by bus

25Weekly Buses

9h 32mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.2 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Santa Barbara once daily. Tickets cost $70–260 and the journey takes 6h 6m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Salinas to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop 3 times a day, and the journey takes 5h 15m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week.

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