What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Monterey?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Monterey is to drive which costs $75 - $120 and takes 7h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Monterey?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Monterey is to fly and shuttle which takes 4h 1m and costs $140 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Indio Bus Station, Los Angeles and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 55m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Monterey?

The distance between Palm Desert and Monterey is 547 miles. The road distance is 439.2 miles.

How do I travel from Palm Desert to Monterey without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Monterey without a car is to bus which takes 14h 55m and costs $100 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Monterey?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Palm Desert to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Monterey bus from?

Palm Desert to Monterey bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Monterey bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Monterey bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Monterey is 439 miles. It takes approximately 7h 36m to drive from Palm Desert to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 266+ hotels available in Monterey.

Palm Desert to Monterey - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Palm Desert to Monterey by plane, shuttle, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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Fly to San Francisco International Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane PSP - SFO
2. Take a shuttle bus from SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level to Monterey Shuttle Stationshuttle
5h 14m
$242–436
Drive 436.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Montereycar 436.7 mi
7h 36m
$80–116
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Salinasbus Ans 6238
14h 55m
$102–165
Bus, train via Anaheim (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
15h 1m
$156–310
Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane PSP - SJC
2. Take a shuttle bus from SJC Airport Terminal A to Monterey Shuttle Stationshuttle
4h 1m
$147–456
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
15h 9m
$148–300
Bus, train via San Bernardino
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Salinastrain
15h 9m
$181–344
Bus via Gilroy
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to 612 Wall St - Los Angelesbus
2. Take the bus from Downtown Los Angeles to Gilroybus
3. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3bus 59
17h 19m
$124–169

Palm Desert to Monterey by bus and foot

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14h 55mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 544.2 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Palm Desert, CA, USA and Monterey, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey to Tyler / Franklin via Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy, Indio Bus Station, Los Angeles, Salinas, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 14h 55m.

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