What is the cheapest way to get from Monterey to Huntington Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Huntington Beach is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Monterey to Huntington Beach?

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Huntington Beach is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $280 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Huntington Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to Huntington Beach. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at Magnolia-Bedel via Salinas, San Jose Diridon, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose, CA - Huong Lan Sandwich and Magnolia-Bolsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Monterey and Huntington Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Monterey to Huntington Beach. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Santa Ana via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

How far is it from Monterey to Huntington Beach?

The distance between Monterey and Huntington Beach is 318 miles. The road distance is 354.8 miles.

How do I travel from Monterey to Huntington Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Monterey to Huntington Beach without a car is to bus which takes 12h 12m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Monterey to Huntington Beach?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Monterey to Huntington Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Huntington Beach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Monterey to Huntington Beach train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Monterey to Huntington Beach?

The best way to get from Monterey to Huntington Beach is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $280 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $110 and takes 12h 12m, you could also train, which costs $170 - $340 and takes 13h 5m.

Where does the Monterey to Huntington Beach bus arrive?

Monterey to Huntington Beach bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Where does the Monterey to Huntington Beach train arrive?

Monterey to Huntington Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Monterey to Huntington Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Huntington Beach is 355 miles. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Monterey to Huntington Beach.

Where can I stay near Huntington Beach?

There are 1524+ hotels available in Huntington Beach.

Monterey to Huntington Beach - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Monterey to Huntington Beach by plane, bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, shuttle, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus)

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Fly from Monterey Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane MRY - SNA
2h 57m
$283–808
Drive 352.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monterey to Huntington Beachcar 352.8 mi
6h 17m
$65–93
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from San Jose, CA - Huong Lan Sandwich to Westminster, CA - ABC Supermarketbus San Jose
12h 12m
$71–101
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Anatrain Pacific Surfliner
13h 5m
$173–331
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 John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane SJC - SNA
4h 27m
$280–912
Bus via Santa Barbara
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
14h 39m
$106–160

Monterey to Huntington Beach by bus

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12h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 316.2 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Monterey, CA, USA and Huntington Beach, CA, USA?

JSX and United Airlines fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to Magnolia-Bedel via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, San Jose, San Jose Diridon, Santa Clara & 1st, Tully & King, San Jose, CA - Huong Lan Sandwich, Westminster, CA - ABC Supermarket, and Magnolia-Bolsa in around 12h 12m.

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