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California to Monterey

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$471.33

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
8h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.86–$165.60

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Gilroy
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$178.34

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.85–$108.28

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from California to Monterey is to bus which costs $29.35 - $97.83 and takes 8h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Monterey is to fly which takes 4h and costs $184.78 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct bus between California and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from California station to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from California to Monterey?

The distance between California and Monterey is 169 km. The road distance is 516.9 km.

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

The best way to get from California to Monterey without a car is to bus which takes 8h 6m and costs $29.35 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from California to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Monterey bus from?

California to Monterey bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from California to Monterey?

The best way to get from California to Monterey is to fly which takes 4h and costs $184.78 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $29.35 - $97.83 and takes 8h 6m, you could also train, which costs $41.30 - $141.30 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the California to Monterey bus arrive?

California to Monterey bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Salinas Train Station.

Can I drive from California to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Monterey is 517 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from California to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 293+ hotels available in Monterey. Prices start at $64.03 per night.
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