What is the cheapest way to get from Monterey to Chula Vista?

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Chula Vista is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 7h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Monterey to Chula Vista?

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Chula Vista is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $120 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Chula Vista?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to Chula Vista. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at San Ysidro via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3 and Gilroy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Monterey and Chula Vista?

No, there is no direct train from Monterey to Chula Vista station. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at E Street Station via Los Angeles and Old Town Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 24m.

How far is it from Monterey to Chula Vista?

The distance between Monterey and Chula Vista is 394 miles. The road distance is 447.5 miles.

How do I travel from Monterey to Chula Vista without a car?

The best way to get from Monterey to Chula Vista without a car is to bus which takes 13h 30m and costs $85 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Monterey to Chula Vista?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Monterey to Chula Vista, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Chula Vista bus from?

Monterey to Chula Vista bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3 station.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Chula Vista train from?

Monterey to Chula Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Monterey to Chula Vista?

The best way to get from Monterey to Chula Vista is to bus which takes 13h 30m and costs $85 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $290 and takes 15h 24m.

Where does the Monterey to Chula Vista bus arrive?

Monterey to Chula Vista bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Monterey / Gilroy Train Station.

Where does the Monterey to Chula Vista train arrive?

Monterey to Chula Vista train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Monterey to Chula Vista?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Chula Vista is 447 miles. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Monterey to Chula Vista.

Where can I stay near Chula Vista?

There are 2161+ hotels available in Chula Vista.

Monterey to Chula Vista - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Monterey to Chula Vista by plane, tram, bus, train (Amtrak), car, shuttle, subway, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Fly from Monterey Regional Airport, tram
best
1. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane MRY - SAN
2. Take the tram from Civic Center Station to E Street Stationtram
3h 56m
Drive 444.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monterey to Chula Vistacar 444.9 mi
7h 46m
$82–118
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3 to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
2. Take the bus from Gilroy to San Ysidrobus San Jose
13h 30m
$89–127
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diego Old Town Transportation Centertrain Pacific Surfliner
15h 24m
$127–288
Shuttle to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SJC Airport Terminal Ashuttle
2. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SJC - SAN
5h 17m
$122–542
Shuttle to San Francisco International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SFO Airport Internationalshuttle
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SFO - SAN
6h 22m
$121–303
Shuttle, BART to Oakland International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SJC Airport Terminal Bshuttle
2. Take the subway from Milpitas to Coliseumsubway
3. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane OAK - SAN
6h 57m
$127–345
Bus via Santa Barbara
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Santa Barbarabus
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Diegobus
16h 6m
$110–180

Monterey to Chula Vista by bus, foot, and tram

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13h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 392.1 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Monterey, CA, USA and Chula Vista, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to H Street Station via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3, Monterey / Gilroy Train Station, Gilroy, San Ysidro, and San Ysidro Station in around 13h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to E Street Station via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, Los Angeles, San Diego Old Town Transportation Center, and Old Town Station in around 15h 24m.

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