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

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Salinas is to bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Salinas is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Salinas?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Monterey to Salinas?

The distance between Monterey and Salinas is 19 miles. The road distance is 17.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monterey to Salinas without a car is to bus which takes 53 min and costs $2 - $4.

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

The bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 takes 53 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Salinas bus from?

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

Where does the Monterey to Salinas bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Monterey to Salinas?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Salinas is 18 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Monterey to Salinas.

Where can I stay near Salinas?

There are 172+ hotels available in Salinas.

Monterey to Salinas - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Monterey to Salinas by bus (Amtrak), taxi, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7bus 20
53 min
$2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Monterey to Salinastaxi 17.6 mi
26 min
$55–70
Drive 17.6 mi
1. Drive from Monterey to Salinascar 17.6 mi
26 min
$4–5

Monterey to Salinas by bus

197Weekly Buses

53 minAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Monterey to Salinas.

Launch map view

Distance: 19.2 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

Monterey-Salinas Transit operates a bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 hourly. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 53 min. Amtrak also services this route twice daily.

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.