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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Monterey is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Monterey is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Monterey?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from W Alisal / Cayuga St and arriving at Tyler / Franklin. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Salinas to Monterey?

The distance between Salinas and Monterey is 19 miles. The road distance is 17.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Monterey without a car is to bus which takes 52 min and costs $6 - $10.

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

The bus from W Alisal / Cayuga St to Tyler / Franklin takes 52 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Monterey bus from?

Salinas to Monterey bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from W Alisal / Cayuga St station.

Where does the Salinas to Monterey bus arrive?

Salinas to Monterey bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Tyler / Franklin station.

Can I drive from Salinas to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Monterey is 17 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Salinas to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 225+ hotels available in Monterey.

Salinas to Monterey - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from W Alisal / Cayuga St to Tyler / Franklinbus 20
52 min
$6–10
Drive 17.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salinas to Montereycar 17.4 mi
26 min
$4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salinas to Montereytaxi 17.4 mi
26 min
$55–70

Salinas to Monterey by bus

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Distance: 18.8 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Monterey-Salinas Transit operates a bus from W Alisal / Cayuga St to Tyler / Franklin hourly. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 52 min. Amtrak also services this route twice daily.

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