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How to Travel from

Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.48–$82.92
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
4 times a day

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.29–$44.65

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$3.83

Early Bird Airport Shuttle

Phone:
+1 831-462 3933
Website:
earlybirdairportshuttle.com/
Bus from Santa Cruz to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$127.57–$216.87

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY)?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY) is to drive which costs $7.61 - $11.96 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY)?

The fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY) is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $7.61 - $11.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Cruz and Monterey Airport (MRY)?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY). However, there are services departing from Front and arriving at Olmsted / Monterey Regional Airport via San Jose, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 and Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY)?

The distance between Santa Cruz and Monterey Airport (MRY) is 187 km. The road distance is 69.5 km.

How do I travel from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY) without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY) without a car is to bus and line 20 bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $11.96 - $50 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY)?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY) bus from?

Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY) bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front station.

Train, bus or fly from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY)?

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY) is to bus and line 20 bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $11.96 - $50 . There are no good options to train or bus between Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY).

Where does the Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY) bus arrive?

Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY) bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY)?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY) is 69 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Santa Cruz to Monterey Airport (MRY).

Where can I stay near Monterey Airport (MRY)?

There are 297+ hotels available in Monterey Airport (MRY). Prices start at $64.03 per night.
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