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Three ways to Travel from Santa Monica to Monterey Airport

Composite routes from Santa Monica to Monterey Airport

Cheapest
5 h 28 min
Car
514 km.
from $28
Other
3 h 14 min
Bus, Plane
416 km.
from $320.20

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$472.00

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:
$45.92–$165.84

Bus operators

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:
$31.89–$108.43

Big Blue Bus

Phone:
+1 310-451-5444
Website:
bigbluebus.com
Bus from 4Th Sb & Santa Monica Place to Aviation/Lax
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.15–$1.53

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Monica to Monterey Airport (MRY) is to bus which costs $32.61 - $103.26 and takes 11h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Monica to Monterey Airport (MRY) is to line 3 bus and fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $119.57 - $402.17 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Monica to Monterey Airport (MRY). However, there are services departing from 5th / Santa Monica and arriving at Olmsted / Monterey Regional Airport via Los Angeles Union Station, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 and Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.

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

The distance between Santa Monica and Monterey Airport (MRY) is 453 km. The road distance is 512.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Monterey Airport (MRY) without a car is to train which takes 10h 37m and costs $92.39 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Santa Monica to Monterey Airport (MRY), including transfers.

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

Santa Monica to Monterey Airport (MRY) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Train or bus from Santa Monica to Monterey Airport (MRY)?

The best way to get from Santa Monica to Monterey Airport (MRY) is to train which takes 10h 37m and costs $92.39 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $32.61 - $103.26 and takes 11h 58m.

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

Santa Monica to Monterey Airport (MRY) bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Salinas Train Station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Monica to Monterey Airport (MRY) is 512 km. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Santa Monica 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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