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

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to Oakland is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monterey to Oakland is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at Oakland via Salinas Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Monterey to Oakland?

The distance between Monterey and Oakland is 135 miles. The road distance is 111.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monterey to Oakland without a car is to line 20 bus and bus which takes 4h 18m and costs $17 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Monterey to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Monterey to Oakland bus from?

Monterey to Oakland bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Tyler / Franklin station.

Bus or fly from Monterey to Oakland?

The best way to get from Monterey to Oakland is to line 20 bus and bus which takes 4h 18m and costs $17 - $90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $35 - $220 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Monterey to Oakland bus arrive?

Monterey to Oakland bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 station.

Can I drive from Monterey to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to Oakland is 111 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Monterey to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 842+ hotels available in Oakland.

Monterey to Oakland - 5 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Monterey to Oakland by bus (Flixbus), bus, train, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 20 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 720
2. Take the bus from Salinas Train Station to OaklandFlixBus 2005
4h 18m
$17–88
Line 20 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 720
2. Take the train from Salinas to OaklandCoast Starlight
4h 46m
$27–58
Drive 110.5 mi
1. Drive from Monterey to Oakland110.5 mi
1h 56m
$21–30
Fly
1. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)MRY - SFO
3h 3m
$39–216
Line 20 bus, bus via Oakland
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 720
2. Take the bus from Salinas to OaklandAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 43m

Monterey to Oakland by bus

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4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.4 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to Oakland via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 and Salinas Train Station in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, United Airlines flies from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) once daily.

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