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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Monterey is to bus which costs $2 - $4 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Monterey is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Monterey?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 and arriving at Tyler / Franklin. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Salinas to Monterey?

The distance between Salinas and Monterey is 19 miles. The road distance is 17.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Monterey without a car is to bus which takes 53 min and costs $2 - $4.

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

The bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler / Franklin takes 53 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Monterey bus from?

Salinas to Monterey bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 station.

Where does the Salinas to Monterey bus arrive?

Salinas to Monterey bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Tyler / Franklin station.

Can I drive from Salinas to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Monterey is 17 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Salinas to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 271+ hotels available in Monterey.

Salinas to Monterey - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Salinas to Monterey by bus (Amtrak), taxi, or car

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Salinas to Monterey by bus

192Weekly Buses

53 minAverage Duration

$2Cheapest Price

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Distance: 19.2 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

Monterey-Salinas Transit operates a bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler / Franklin hourly. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 53 min. Amtrak also services this route twice daily.

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