How to Travel from
San Luis Obispo to Monterey
by Rideshare, Route or Car
Schedule
San Luis Obispo → Monterey
08:11
San Luis Obispo (California, United States of America)
San Luis Obispo - Salinas - Monterey
2 transfers
Duration: 6 hours 20 min
14:31
Monterey (California, United States of America)
Route details
Transfers in the direction
San Luis Obispo - Monterey
Start
Walk to San Luis Obispo, Duration: 19 min
08:30
San Luis Obispo
Duration: 2 hours 50 min
11:20
Salinas
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
Walk to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Duration: 5 min
13:45
Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7
Duration: 44 min
14:29
Tyler / Franklin (Parking Garage)
Monterey - Salinas
WALK, Duration: 2 min
Finish
17:25
San Luis Obispo (California, United States of America)
San Luis Obispo - Templeton - Canal / Division Street - Salinas - Monterey
4 transfers
Duration: 5 hours 47 min
23:12
Monterey (California, United States of America)
Route details
Transfers in the direction
San Luis Obispo - Monterey
Start
Walk to Government Center, Duration: 8 min
17:33
Government Center
Duration: 1 hours 7 min
18:40
North County Transit Center
RTA - Paso Robles / Cuesta College North / San Miguel
Walk to Paso Robles, Duration: 44 sec
19:15
Paso Robles
Duration: 1 hours 12 min
20:27
Canal / Division Street
King City - Paso Robles
Transfer in Canal / Division Street, 14 min
20:41
Canal / Division Street
Duration: 1 hours 19 min
22:00
Salinas Transit Center
Salinas - King City
Walk to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Duration: 1 min
22:15
Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7
Duration: 55 min
23:10
Tyler / Franklin (Parking Garage)
Monterey - Salinas
WALK, Duration: 2 min
Finish
20:26
San Luis Obispo (California, United States of America)
San Luis Obispo - Salinas - Monterey
2 transfers
Duration: 4 hours 14 min
00:40
Monterey (California, United States of America)
Route details
Transfers in the direction
San Luis Obispo - Monterey
Start
Walk to San Luis Obispo, Duration: 19 min
20:45
San Luis Obispo
Duration: 2 hours 50 min
23:35
Salinas
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
Walk to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Duration: 5 min
23:45
Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7
Duration: 53 min
00:38
Tyler / Franklin (Parking Garage)
Monterey - Salinas
WALK, Duration: 2 min
Finish
21:56
San Luis Obispo (California, United States of America)
San Luis Obispo - Salinas - Monterey
2 transfers
Duration: 4 hours 13 min
02:09
Monterey (California, United States of America)
Route details
Transfers in the direction
San Luis Obispo - Monterey
Start
Walk to San Luis Obispo, Duration: 19 min
22:15
San Luis Obispo
Duration: 2 hours 50 min
01:05
Salinas
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
Walk to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Duration: 5 min
01:15
Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7
Duration: 52 min
02:07
Tyler / Franklin (Parking Garage)
Monterey - Salinas
WALK, Duration: 2 min
Finish
00:06
San Luis Obispo (California, United States of America)
San Luis Obispo - Salinas - Monterey
2 transfers
Duration: 4 hours 54 min
05:00
Monterey (California, United States of America)
Route details
Transfers in the direction
San Luis Obispo - Monterey
Start
Walk to San Luis Obispo, Duration: 19 min
00:25
San Luis Obispo
Duration: 2 hours 50 min
03:15
Salinas
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
Walk to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Duration: 5 min
04:15
Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7
Duration: 43 min
04:58
Tyler / Franklin (Parking Garage)
Monterey - Salinas
WALK, Duration: 2 min
Finish
08:11
San Luis Obispo (California, United States of America)
San Luis Obispo - Salinas - Monterey
2 transfers
Duration: 7 hours 56 min
16:07
Monterey (California, United States of America)
Route details
Transfers in the direction
San Luis Obispo - Monterey
Start
Walk to San Luis Obispo, Duration: 19 min
08:30
San Luis Obispo
Duration: 2 hours 50 min
11:20
Salinas
Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
Walk to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Duration: 5 min
15:15
Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7
Duration: 50 min
16:05
Tyler / Franklin (Parking Garage)
Monterey - Salinas
WALK, Duration: 2 min
Finish
Five ways to Travel from San Luis Obispo to Monterey
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (231 km)
2 h 28 min
231 km.
from $12
Other
Rideshare
2 h 28 min
231 km.
from $8.79
Bus
3 h 26 min
182 km.
from $42.39
Train, Bus
4 h 26 min
182 km.
from $63.09
Bus, line 20 bus via San Luis Obispo
4 h 11 min
182 km.
from $5.43
Transport providers
Train operators
Amtrak
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.14–$102.05
Bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Bus operators
Flixbus USA
Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.03–$61.23
Monterey-Salinas Transit
Bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Tyler
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$3.83
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Monterey?
The cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Monterey is to bus and line 20 bus which costs $14.13 - $59.78 and takes 3h 26m.
What is the fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Monterey?
The fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Monterey is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $25 - $38.04 .
Is there a direct bus between San Luis Obispo and Monterey?
No, there is no direct bus from San Luis Obispo to Monterey. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.
How far is it from San Luis Obispo to Monterey?
The distance between San Luis Obispo and Monterey is 237 km. The road distance is 232.2 km.
How do I travel from San Luis Obispo to Monterey without a car?
The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Monterey without a car is to bus and line 20 bus which takes 3h 26m and costs $14.13 - $59.78 .
How long does it take to get from San Luis Obispo to Monterey?
It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from San Luis Obispo to Monterey, including transfers.
Where do I catch the San Luis Obispo to Monterey bus from?
San Luis Obispo to Monterey bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum station.
Where does the San Luis Obispo to Monterey bus arrive?
San Luis Obispo to Monterey bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Salinas Train Station.
Can I drive from San Luis Obispo to Monterey?
Yes, the driving distance between San Luis Obispo to Monterey is 232 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from San Luis Obispo 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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