What is the cheapest way to get from Monterey to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Los Angeles is to bus which costs $40 - $70 and takes 12h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Monterey to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 3h 34m and costs $320 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to Los Angeles station. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Salinas and Santa Barbara Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Monterey and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct train from Monterey to Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Los Angeles via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.

How far is it from Monterey to Los Angeles?

The distance between Monterey and Los Angeles is 287 miles. The road distance is 320.1 miles.

How do I travel from Monterey to Los Angeles without a car?

The best way to get from Monterey to Los Angeles without a car is to train which takes 10h 58m and costs $190 - $320.

How long does it take to get from Monterey to Los Angeles?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Monterey to Los Angeles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Los Angeles bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Monterey to Los Angeles train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Monterey to Los Angeles?

The best way to get from Monterey to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 3h 34m and costs $320 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $190 - $320 and takes 10h 58m, you could also bus via Santa Barbara, which costs and takes 11h 23m.

Where does the Monterey to Los Angeles bus arrive?

Monterey to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Where does the Monterey to Los Angeles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Monterey to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Los Angeles is 320 miles. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Monterey to Los Angeles.

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Fly Monterey Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport
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1. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane MRY - LAX
3h 34m
$320–666
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3 to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
2. Take the bus from Gilroy to Downtown Los Angelesbus San Jose
12h 28m
$44–67
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
10h 58m
$192–313
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
11h 23m
Drive 318.2 mi
1. Drive from Monterey to Los Angelescar 318.2 mi
5h 34m
$57–82
Shuttle to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly to Los Angeles International Airport
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 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SJC - LAX
4h 58m
$187–670
Shuttle to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
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 Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane SJC - BUR
5h 5m
$252–809
Shuttle to San Francisco International Airport, fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SFO Airport Internationalshuttle
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane SFO - BUR
6h 9m
$181–450
Shuttle, BART to Oakland International Airport, fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
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 Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane OAK - BUR
6h 44m
$232–772
Shuttle to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly to Long Beach Airport
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 Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane SJC - LGB
6h 27m
$101–353

Monterey to Los Angeles by bus and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 285.7 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Monterey, CA, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

Delta and United Airlines fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $190–310 and the journey takes 9h 5m.

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Drive 318.2 mi

Shuttle to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly to Los Angeles International Airport

Shuttle to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport

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Flights from Monterey Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport

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Shuttle from Monterey Shuttle Station to SJC Airport Terminal A

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Shuttle from Monterey Shuttle Station to SFO Airport International

Shuttle from Monterey Shuttle Station to SJC Airport Terminal B

Shuttle from Monterey Shuttle Station to SJC Airport Terminal A

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