What is the cheapest way to get from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz?

The cheapest way to get from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz?

The fastest way to get from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey County (Region) and Santa Cruz?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from El Camino / # 234 and arriving at Water & Ocean via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 and Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz?

The distance between Monterey County (Region) and Santa Cruz is 91 miles. The road distance is 83.1 miles.

How do I travel from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz without a car?

The best way to get from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz without a car is to bus and line 28 bus and line 2 bus which takes 4h 32m and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz bus from?

Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from El Camino / # 234 station.

Where does the Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 station.

Can I drive from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz is 83 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz.

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 126+ hotels available in Santa Cruz.

Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz - 3 ways to travel via bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruz by bus or car

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Bus, line 28 bus, line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from El Camino / # 234 to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9bus 23 / ...
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2bus 28 / ...
3. Take the bus from Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 1 to Water & Oceanbus 2
4h 32m
$49–66
Drive 82.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monterey County (Region) to Santa Cruzcar 82.6 mi
2h 3m
$16–22
Bus, line 28 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from El Camino / # 234 to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9bus 23 / ...
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2bus 28 / ...
3. Take the bus from Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 3 to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 1
4h 34m
$49–66

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Distance: 90 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Monterey County (Region), CA, USA and Santa Cruz, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Monterey County (Region) to Water & Ocean via El Camino / # 234, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1, and Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 1 in around 4h 32m.

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