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

The cheapest way to get from Stockton to Monterey is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stockton to Monterey is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Stockton and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Stockton to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Stockton and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via San Jose and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Stockton to Monterey?

The distance between Stockton and Monterey is 165 miles. The road distance is 140.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stockton to Monterey without a car is to train and shuttle which takes 5h 1m and costs $65 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Stockton to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stockton to Monterey bus from?

Stockton to Monterey bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Stockton station.

Train or bus from Stockton to Monterey?

The best way to get from Stockton to Monterey is to bus and line 20 bus which takes 5h 16m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $180 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Stockton to Monterey bus arrive?

Stockton to Monterey bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Stockton to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Stockton to Monterey is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Stockton to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 264+ hotels available in Monterey.

Stockton to Monterey - 5 ways to travel via train, shuttle, bus

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

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

Train, shuttle
best
1. Take the train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain ACETrain
2. Take a shuttle bus from SJC Airport Terminal B to Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garageshuttle Monterey Airbus from airport
5h 1m
$67–80
Drive 140.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stockton to Montereycar 140.1 mi
2h 31m
$26–37
Bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinasbus
3. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler / Franklinbus 20
5h 16m
Train, bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to San Jose Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinasbus
3. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler / Franklinbus 20
5h 33m
Train
1. Take the train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to San Jose Stationtrain ACETrain
2. Take the train from San Jose to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
6h 13m
$36–172

Stockton to Monterey by train, bus, and shuttle

20Weekly Services

5h 1mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stockton to Monterey.

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Distance: 163.6 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Stockton, San Joaquin County, CA, USA and Monterey, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Stockton to Tyler / Franklin via San Jose, Salinas, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to Tyler / Franklin via San Jose Station, San Jose, Salinas, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 6h 13m.

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