What is the cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium?

The cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium?

The fastest way to get from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Elk Grove and Monterey Bay Aquarium?

No, there is no direct bus from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium. However, there are services departing from Sacramento, CA and arriving at Foam / Irving via King & Tully, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 and Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 2 Munras. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Elk Grove and Monterey Bay Aquarium?

No, there is no direct train from Elk Grove station to Monterey Bay Aquarium. However, there are services departing from CRC Station and arriving at Salinas via Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

How far is it from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium?

The distance between Elk Grove and Monterey Bay Aquarium is 274 miles. The road distance is 176.4 miles.

How do I travel from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium without a car?

The best way to get from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium without a car is to bus which takes 8h 14m and costs $90 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium?

It takes approximately 8h 14m to get from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium bus from?

Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium bus services, operated by Xe Do Hoang Transportation, depart from Sacramento, CA station.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium train from?

Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Train or bus from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium?

The best way to get from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium is to bus which takes 8h 14m and costs $90 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $170 and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium bus arrive?

Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium bus services, operated by Xe Do Hoang Transportation, arrive at San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich station.

Where does the Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium train arrive?

Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Where can I stay near Monterey Bay Aquarium?

There are 162+ hotels available in Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sacramento, CA to San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwichbus Sacramento
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 14m
$92–116
Drive 175.4 mi
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1. Drive from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquariumcar 175.4 mi
3h 13m
$32–47
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
9h 2m
$89–166

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Distance: 272.5 mi
Duration: 8h 14m

What companies run services between Elk Grove, CA, USA and Monterey Bay Aquarium, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Elk Grove to Monterey Bay Aquarium via Sacramento, CA, San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, King & Tully, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose Diridon, San Jose, Salinas, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 2 Munras, and Foam / Irving in around 8h 14m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 5h 18m.

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