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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Monterey is to bus which costs $85 - $130 and takes 18h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Monterey is to fly which takes 4h 12m and costs $65 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Phoenix and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Monterey / Gilroy Train Station and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 27m.

How far is it from Phoenix to Monterey?

The distance between Phoenix and Monterey is 608 miles. The road distance is 690.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to Monterey without a car is to bus which takes 18h 27m and costs $85 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Phoenix to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to Monterey bus from?

Phoenix to Monterey bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Phoenix station.

Bus or fly from Phoenix to Monterey?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Monterey is to fly which takes 4h 12m and costs $65 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $130 and takes 18h 27m.

Where does the Phoenix to Monterey bus arrive?

Phoenix to Monterey bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Gilroy station.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Monterey?

Monterey is 1h behind Phoenix. It is currently 8:57 AM in Phoenix and 7:57 AM in Monterey.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Monterey is 691 miles. It takes approximately 11h 30m to drive from Phoenix to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 282+ hotels available in Monterey.

Phoenix to Monterey - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Phoenix to Monterey by plane, bus, taxi, train, car, shuttle, or subway

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

Fly to Monterey Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)plane PHX - MRY
4h 12m
$68–393
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Gilroybus Nogales
2. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3bus 59
18h 27m
$86–126
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Baseline/Central Ave to Maricopa Amtraktaxi
2. Take the train from Maricopa Amtrak to Los Angelestrain
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Salinastrain
20h 23m
$192–307
Drive 686.7 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Montereycar 686.7 mi
11h 30m
$126–181
Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane PHX - SJC
2. Take a shuttle bus from San Jose Airport Terminal A to Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garageshuttle
5h 43m
$160–710
Fly to San Francisco International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane PHX - SFO
2. Take a shuttle bus from SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level to Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garageshuttle
6h 50m
$290–1,675
Fly to Oakland International Airport, BART, shuttle
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane PHX - OAK
2. Take the subway from Coliseum to Milpitassubway
3. Take a shuttle bus from SJC Airport Terminal B to Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garageshuttle
7h 27m
$149–624
Bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to Bakersfield, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to Gilroybus
3. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3bus 59
19h 5m
$151–204

Phoenix to Monterey by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

18h 27mAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 604.3 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines, Inc. fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix to Tyler / Franklin via Gilroy, Monterey / Gilroy Train Station, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 18h 27m.

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