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How to Travel from

Santa Maria to Monterey

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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

San Luis Obispo RTA

Website:
slorta.org
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.08
Bus from Government Center to North
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$1.28–$1.66

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Robles to Canal
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.30–$5.23
Bus from Canal / Bassett Street to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$4.85

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Monterey?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Monterey is to bus via King City which costs $11.96 - $17.39 and takes 8h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Maria to Monterey?

The fastest way to get from Santa Maria to Monterey is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $31.52 - $45.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Maria and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Maria to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Santa Maria Transit Center and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Downtown Transit Center, San Luis Obispo and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Santa Maria to Monterey?

The distance between Santa Maria and Monterey is 301 km. The road distance is 282.5 km.

How do I travel from Santa Maria to Monterey without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Maria to Monterey without a car is to bus which takes 7h 20m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Santa Maria to Monterey?

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Santa Maria to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Maria to Monterey bus from?

Santa Maria to Monterey bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, depart from Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Train or bus from Santa Maria to Monterey?

The best way to get from Santa Maria to Monterey is to bus which takes 7h 20m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $20.65 - $152.17 and takes 7h 52m.

Where does the Santa Maria to Monterey bus arrive?

Santa Maria to Monterey bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, arrive at Government Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Maria to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Maria to Monterey is 282 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Santa Maria 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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