What is the cheapest way to get from Pier 39 to Monterey?

The cheapest way to get from Pier 39 to Monterey is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pier 39 to Monterey?

The fastest way to get from Pier 39 to Monterey is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Pier 39 and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Pier 39 to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Union St & Columbus Ave and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via San Francisco, San Jose and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Pier 39 to Monterey?

The distance between Pier 39 and Monterey is 130 miles. The road distance is 115.2 miles.

How do I travel from Pier 39 to Monterey without a car?

The best way to get from Pier 39 to Monterey without a car is to Caltrain and bus and line 20 bus which takes 5h 26m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Pier 39 to Monterey?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Pier 39 to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pier 39 to Monterey bus from?

Pier 39 to Monterey bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Francisco station.

Train or bus from Pier 39 to Monterey?

The best way to get from Pier 39 to Monterey is to Caltrain and train which takes 6h 14m and costs $29 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 20 bus, which costs $26 - $50 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Pier 39 to Monterey bus arrive?

Pier 39 to Monterey bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Jose Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Pier 39 to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Pier 39 to Monterey is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Pier 39 to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 289+ hotels available in Monterey.

Pier 39 to Monterey - 5 ways to travel via train, Caltrain, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Pier 39 to Monterey by train, bus, train (Amtrak), car, shuttle, or bus (Flixbus, Amtrak)

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

Caltrain, bus, line 20 bus
best
1. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinasbus
3. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler / Franklinbus 20
5h 26m
$30–48
Drive 114.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pier 39 to Montereycar 114.5 mi
2h 9m
$21–31
Caltrain, train
1. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the train from San Jose to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
6h 14m
$29–58
Line 8 bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from North Point St & Stockton St to Geneva Ave/Balboa Park BARTbus 8 / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from SFO Airport International to Monterey Shuttle Stationshuttle Monterey Airbus from airport
5h 7m
$65–83
Bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from San Francisco to San Jose Diridon Stationbus
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinasbus
3. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler / Franklinbus 20
5h 51m
$26–46

Pier 39 to Monterey by foot, bus, and train

7Weekly Services

6h 14mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pier 39 to Monterey.

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Distance: 128.9 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Pier 39, CA, USA and Monterey, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Pier 39 to Tyler / Franklin via Columbus Ave & Francisco St, Townsend St & 4th St, San Francisco Caltrain Southbound, San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, San Jose, Salinas, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 6h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Pier 39 to Tyler / Franklin via Union St & Columbus Ave, 5th St & Brannan St, San Francisco, San Jose Diridon Station, San Jose, Salinas, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 5h 51m.

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