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

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Willits is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Willits is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Willits?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to Willits. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at Willits Calif Western Railroad Depot Amtrak via Salinas, Mission St & 2nd St and Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 17m.

How far is it from Monterey to Willits?

The distance between Monterey and Willits is 270 miles. The road distance is 252.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monterey to Willits without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 8h 35m and costs $85 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from Monterey to Willits, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Willits bus from?

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

Where does the Monterey to Willits bus arrive?

Monterey to Willits bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Francisco station.

Can I drive from Monterey to Willits?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Willits is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Monterey to Willits.

Where can I stay near Willits?

There are 13+ hotels available in Willits.

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

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

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

Shuttle, bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage to SFO Airport Terminal 2-Lower Levelshuttle
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Sonoma Co Airport Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Sonoma County Airport to Hwy 101 at RR Xing - Earth Labbus 65
8h 35m
$87–165
Drive 250.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monterey to Willitscar 250.7 mi
4h 30m
$46–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Franciscobus
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Copeland St Transit Mallbus 101
3. Take the bus from Petaluma to Willits Calif Western Railroad Depot Amtrakbus
10h 17m
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Martineztrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Martinez to Willits Calif Western Railroad Depot Amtrakbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
11h 24m

Monterey to Willits by shuttle, foot, and bus

13Weekly Services

8h 35mAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Monterey to Willits.

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Distance: 268.6 mi
Duration: 8h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to Willits Calif Western Railroad Depot Amtrak via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, San Francisco, Mission St & 2nd St, and Petaluma in around 10h 17m.

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