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

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Phoenix is to bus which costs $80 - $130 and takes 18h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Phoenix is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $75 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Phoenix?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to Phoenix. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at Phoenix via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3 and Gilroy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 58m.

How far is it from Monterey to Phoenix?

The distance between Monterey and Phoenix is 608 miles. The road distance is 690.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monterey to Phoenix without a car is to bus which takes 18h 58m and costs $80 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Monterey to Phoenix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Phoenix bus from?

Monterey to Phoenix bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3 station.

Bus or fly from Monterey to Phoenix?

The best way to get from Monterey to Phoenix is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $75 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $130 and takes 18h 58m.

Where does the Monterey to Phoenix bus arrive?

Monterey to Phoenix bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Monterey / Gilroy Train Station.

Can I drive from Monterey to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Phoenix is 691 miles. It takes approximately 11h 29m to drive from Monterey to Phoenix.

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2872+ hotels available in Phoenix.

Monterey to Phoenix - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Monterey to Phoenix by plane, bus, train, taxi, 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.

Fly from Monterey Regional Airport
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1. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to Phoenix (PHX)plane MRY - PHX
3h 14m
$78–443
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3 to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
2. Take the bus from Gilroy to Phoenixbus San Jose
18h 58m
$84–127
Train, taxi (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Los Angelestrain
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Maricopa Amtraktrain
3. Take the taxi from Maricopa Amtrak to Baseline/Central Avetaxi
21h 36m
$264–525
Drive 686.9 mi
1. Drive from Monterey to Phoenixcar 686.9 mi
11h 29m
$126–182
Shuttle to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SJC Airport Terminal Ashuttle
2. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Phoenix (PHX)plane SJC - PHX
4h 47m
$140–607
Shuttle to San Francisco International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SFO Airport Internationalshuttle
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Phoenix (PHX)plane SFO - PHX
5h 47m
$299–1,068

Monterey to Phoenix by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

18h 58mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 604.3 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Monterey, CA, USA and Phoenix, AZ, USA?

American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., and United Airlines fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to Phoenix (PHX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to Phoenix via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3, Monterey / Gilroy Train Station, and Gilroy in around 18h 58m.

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