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

The cheapest way to get from Paradise to Monterey is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paradise to Monterey is to drive which takes 4h 48m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Paradise and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Paradise to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Stockton, San Jose and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Paradise and Monterey?

No, there is no direct train from Paradise to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at Salinas via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 37m.

How far is it from Paradise to Monterey?

The distance between Paradise and Monterey is 317 miles. The road distance is 265.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paradise to Monterey without a car is to train which takes 9h 37m and costs $130 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 9h 37m to get from Paradise to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paradise to Monterey bus from?

Paradise to Monterey bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

Where do I catch the Paradise to Monterey train from?

Paradise to Monterey train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Paradise to Monterey?

The best way to get from Paradise to Monterey is to train which takes 9h 37m and costs $130 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $200 and takes 10h 8m.

Where does the Paradise to Monterey bus arrive?

Paradise to Monterey bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stockton station.

Where does the Paradise to Monterey train arrive?

Paradise to Monterey train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Paradise to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Paradise to Monterey is 265 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Paradise to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 227+ hotels available in Monterey.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
9h 37m
$134–244
Drive 263.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paradise to Montereycar 263.6 mi
4h 48m
$49–70
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Stocktonbus
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus
3. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinasbus
10h 8m
$134–192

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Distance: 315.6 mi
Duration: 9h 37m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chico Amtrak to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $90–190 and the journey takes 7h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Paradise to Tyler / Franklin via Chico Amtrak, Stockton, San Jose, Salinas, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 in around 10h 8m.

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