What is the cheapest way to get from Monterey to Pleasant Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Pleasant Hill is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Monterey to Pleasant Hill?

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Pleasant Hill is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Pleasant Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to Pleasant Hill. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at Gregory Ln and Contra Costa Blvd via Salinas, Horton @ 59th and Pleasant Hill BART. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Monterey and Pleasant Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Monterey to Pleasant Hill. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Martinez via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Monterey to Pleasant Hill?

The distance between Monterey and Pleasant Hill is 159 miles. The road distance is 118.2 miles.

How do I travel from Monterey to Pleasant Hill without a car?

The best way to get from Monterey to Pleasant Hill without a car is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs $30 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Monterey to Pleasant Hill?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Monterey to Pleasant Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Pleasant Hill bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Monterey to Pleasant Hill train from?

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

Train or bus from Monterey to Pleasant Hill?

The best way to get from Monterey to Pleasant Hill is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs $30 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $90 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Monterey to Pleasant Hill bus arrive?

Monterey to Pleasant Hill bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Emeryville station.

Where does the Monterey to Pleasant Hill train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Monterey to Pleasant Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Pleasant Hill is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Monterey to Pleasant Hill.

Where can I stay near Pleasant Hill?

There are 279+ hotels available in Pleasant Hill.

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Emeryvillebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 39m
$34–52
Drive 117.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monterey to Pleasant Hillcar 117.5 mi
2h 6m
$22–31
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Martineztrain Coast Starlight
6h 42m
$39–86
Fly, BART
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 Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centresubway
4h 32m
$218–572
Shuttle, BART
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SFO Airport Internationalshuttle Monterey Airbus
2. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centresubway Yellow-N
4h 48m
$74–87

Monterey to Pleasant Hill by bus and subway (Amtrak)

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Distance: 157.7 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Monterey, CA, USA and Pleasant Hill, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Salinas to Emeryville 4 times a day. Tickets cost $27–40 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Martinez once daily. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 4h 1m.

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