What is the cheapest way to get from Monterey to Fairfield?

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Fairfield is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Monterey to Fairfield?

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Fairfield is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Fairfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to Fairfield. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at Suisun City Bus Stop via Salinas and Oakland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Monterey and Fairfield?

No, there is no direct train from Monterey to Fairfield. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Suisun-Fairfield via Martinez. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Monterey to Fairfield?

The distance between Monterey and Fairfield is 178 miles. The road distance is 145.3 miles.

How do I travel from Monterey to Fairfield without a car?

The best way to get from Monterey to Fairfield without a car is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs $45 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Monterey to Fairfield?

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Monterey to Fairfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Fairfield bus from?

Monterey to Fairfield bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Fairfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Monterey to Fairfield?

The best way to get from Monterey to Fairfield is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs $45 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $80 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Monterey to Fairfield bus arrive?

Monterey to Fairfield bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Where does the Monterey to Fairfield train arrive?

Monterey to Fairfield train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Martinez station.

Can I drive from Monterey to Fairfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Fairfield is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Monterey to Fairfield.

Where can I stay near Fairfield?

There are 194+ hotels available in Fairfield.

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There are 5 ways to get from Monterey to Fairfield by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, plane, subway, train, or shuttle

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to Martineztrain Coast Starlight
7h 3m
$47–110
Drive 144.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monterey to Fairfieldcar 144.5 mi
2h 35m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Oaklandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Oakland to Suisun City Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0870
7h 21m
$50–78
Fly, BART, train
1. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane MRY - SFO
2. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Richmondsubway
3. Take the train from Richmond to Suisun-Fairfieldtrain
5h
$216–594
Shuttle, BART, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SFO Airport Internationalshuttle
2. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Richmondsubway
3. Take the train from Richmond to Suisun-Fairfieldtrain
5h 37m
$82–109

Monterey to Fairfield by bus and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 176.5 mi
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Monterey, CA, USA and Fairfield, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Martinez once daily. Tickets cost $40–95 and the journey takes 4h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to Suisun City Bus Stop via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, Oakland, Lake Merritt, West Oakland, and Oakland in around 7h 21m.

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