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

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Oakdale is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Oakdale is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Monterey and Oakdale?

No, there is no direct train from Monterey to Oakdale station. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Lathrop/Manteca Station via San Jose Station Diridon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Monterey to Oakdale?

The distance between Monterey and Oakdale is 186 miles. The road distance is 131.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monterey to Oakdale without a car is to train which takes 6h 50m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Monterey to Oakdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Oakdale train from?

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

Where does the Monterey to Oakdale train arrive?

Monterey to Oakdale train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Monterey to Oakdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Oakdale is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Monterey to Oakdale.

Where can I stay near Oakdale?

There are 45+ hotels available in Oakdale.

Monterey to Oakdale - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Monterey to Oakdale by train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from San Jose Station Diridon to Lathrop/Manteca Stationtrain Ace
6h 50m
$104–149
Drive 130.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monterey to Oakdalecar 130.5 mi
2h 47m
$24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salinas to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus 90
9h 40m
$41–84

Monterey to Oakdale by bus, train, foot, and subway

7Weekly Services

9h 40mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 185.1 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to Oakdale via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, San Jose, San Jose Station Diridon, and Lathrop/Manteca Station in around 6h 50m.

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