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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Monterey is to fly and shuttle which costs $130 - $210 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Monterey is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 56m and costs $130 - $210.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Sacramento Bus Station, Oakland and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 6m.

How far is it from Portland to Monterey?

The distance between Portland and Monterey is 659 miles. The road distance is 737.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Monterey without a car is to bus which takes 20h 6m and costs $95 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Portland to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Monterey bus from?

Portland to Monterey bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Train, bus or fly from Portland to Monterey?

The best way to get from Portland to Monterey is to bus which takes 20h 6m and costs $95 - $260. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $600 and takes 23h 5m, you could also fly, which costs $100 - $600 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Portland to Monterey bus arrive?

Portland to Monterey bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portland to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Monterey is 738 miles. It takes approximately 12h 30m to drive from Portland to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 271+ hotels available in Monterey.

Portland to Monterey - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Portland to Monterey by plane, shuttle, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or subway

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Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)PDX - SJC
2. Take a shuttle bus from San Jose Airport Terminal A to Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage
5h 56m
$133–203
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oakland
3. Take the bus from Oakland to Salinas Train Station
20h 6m
$99–254
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Portland to SalinasCoast Starlight
23h 5m
$102–554
Drive 733.3 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Monterey733.3 mi
12h 30m
$134–194
Fly to Monterey Regional Airport
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)PDX - MRY
7h 17m
$106–556
Fly to San Francisco International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)PDX - SFO
2. Take a shuttle bus from SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level to Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage
7h 6m
$118–408
Fly to Oakland International Airport, BART, shuttle
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)PDX - 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 34m
$262–387

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Distance: 655.5 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and Monterey, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Tyler / Franklin via Sacramento Bus Station, Oakland, Salinas Train Station, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 20h 6m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $100–550 and the journey takes 21h 44m.

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