What is the cheapest way to get from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail?

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail?

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail is to drive which takes 6h 39m and costs $55 - $85.

How far is it from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail?

The distance between Monterey and Pacific Crest Trail is 363 miles. The road distance is 318.8 miles.

How long does it take to get from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail?

It takes approximately 11h 16m to get from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail, including transfers.

Can I drive from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail is 319 miles. It takes approximately 6h 39m to drive from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail.

Where can I stay near Pacific Crest Trail?

There are 41+ hotels available in Pacific Crest Trail.

Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail by train, car, plane, or shuttle

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Train, drive (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to Chico Amtraktrain Coast Starlight
2. Drive from Chico Amtrak to Pacific Crest Trailcar
11h 16m
$98–209
Drive 317 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trailcar 317 mi
6h 39m
$58–84
Fly from Monterey Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to Redding Municipal Airport (RDD)plane MRY - RDD
2. Drive from Redding-Airport-RDD to Pacific Crest Trailcar
6h 54m
$63–336
Shuttle to San Francisco International Airport, fly, drive
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SFO Airport Internationalshuttle
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Redding Municipal Airport (RDD)plane SFO - RDD
3. Drive from Redding-Airport-RDD to Pacific Crest Trailcar
7h 18m
$514–891

Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to Redding Municipal Airport (RDD) flights

17Weekly Planes

4h 34mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail.

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Distance: 361.3 mi
Duration: 11h 16m

What companies run services between Monterey, CA, USA and Pacific Crest Trail, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail. However, you can take the line 20 bus to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, walk to Salinas, take the train to Chico Amtrak, then drive to Pacific Crest Trail. Alternatively, you can drive from Monterey to Pacific Crest Trail in around 6h 39m.

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