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 $80 - $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 26m and costs $70 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix station to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Phoenix Bus Station and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Los Angeles Union Station and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 1m.

How far is it from Phoenix to Monterey?

The distance between Phoenix and Monterey is 608 miles. The road distance is 690.8 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 via Los Angeles which takes 16h 1m and costs $90 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m 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 Greyhound USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Phoenix to Monterey?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Monterey is to fly which takes 4h 26m and costs $70 - $400. Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles, which costs $90 - $210 and takes 16h 1m.

Where does the Phoenix to Monterey bus arrive?

Phoenix to Monterey bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Monterey?

Monterey is 1h behind Phoenix. It is currently 6:28 PM in Phoenix and 5:28 PM in Monterey.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Monterey is 691 miles. It takes approximately 11h 25m to drive from Phoenix to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 263+ hotels available in Monterey.

Phoenix to Monterey - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 9 ways to get from Phoenix to Monterey by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, car, shuttle, subway, or taxi

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)PHX - MRY
4h 26m
$73–393
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Los Angeles Union StationGreyhound US1000 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Salinas Train StationFlixBus 2005
16h 1m
$95–206
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to Fontana Metrolink Transit Center
2. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Station
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Salinas
17h 37m
$167–265
Drive 686.8 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Monterey686.8 mi
11h 25m
$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)PHX - SJC
2. Take a shuttle bus from San Jose Airport Terminal A to Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage
5h 40m
$140–560
Fly to San Francisco International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)PHX - SFO
2. Take a shuttle bus from SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level to Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage
6h 50m
$360–925
Fly to Oakland International Airport, BART, shuttle
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)PHX - OAK
2. Take the subway from Coliseum to Milpitas
3. Take a shuttle bus from SJC Airport Terminal B to Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage
7h 23m
$149–574
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix to GilroyNogales
2. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 359
18h 27m
$83–121
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Phoenix to Maricopa Amtrak
2. Take the train from Maricopa Amtrak to Los Angeles
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Salinas
19h 6m
$209–369

Phoenix to Monterey by bus

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16h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 604.3 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., and United Airlines fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Tyler / Franklin via Los Angeles Union Station, Salinas Train Station, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 16h 1m.

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