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Ridgecrest, United States of America → Monterey, United States of America

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ridgecrest to Monterey

Composite routes from Ridgecrest to Monterey

Cheapest
5 h 56 min
Car
538 km.
from $29
Other
11 h 17 min
393 km.
from $123.23
15 h 45 min
Bus, Train
393 km.
from $73.46
15 h 45 min
Bus, Train
393 km.
from $142.74
15 h 32 min
394 km.
from $5.43
16 h 11 min
Bus, Train
393 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Meadows Field Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$446.49

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
8h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.92–$165.84
Train from Santa Barbara to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
5h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.44–$140.33
Bus from Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop to Santa
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Santa Barbara to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Lancaster station to L.
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$14.03–$19.14

Bus operators

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Email:
auburnshuttle@groometrans.com
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$70.16–$82.92

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Santa Barbara to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.24–$89.30
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.89–$108.43

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Email:
centelusa@hotmail.com
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from Bakersfield, CA to Gilroy
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.13–$82.92

Eastern Sierra Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 760-872-1901
Email:
info@estransit.com
Website:
estransit.com/
Bus from Inyokern - Ridgecrest Transit Transfer Hub, 1401 3rd Street to Lancaster
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.76–$33.17
Bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.02–$26.79

Kern Transit

Phone:
800-323-2396
Website:
kerntransit.org/
Bus from Kern County Superior Court - N. China Lake Blvd. to Senior
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.44–$5.10
Bus from Senior Center/Lake Isabella Blvd. to GET
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.44–$4.98
Bus from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. to Carl's
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$3.44–$5.23
Bus from Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.44–$4.85

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ridgecrest to Monterey is to drive which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ridgecrest to Monterey is to drive which takes 5h 55m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Ridgecrest and Monterey?

No, there is no direct bus from Ridgecrest to Monterey. However, there are services departing from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. and arriving at Tyler / Franklin via Mojave Amtrak Bus Stop, Santa Barbara and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 32m.

How far is it from Ridgecrest to Monterey?

The distance between Ridgecrest and Monterey is 624 km. The road distance is 538.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ridgecrest to Monterey without a car is to bus which takes 11h 17m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 17m to get from Ridgecrest to Monterey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ridgecrest to Monterey bus from?

Ridgecrest to Monterey bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from Ridgecrest City Hall/W California Ave. station.

Where does the Ridgecrest to Monterey bus arrive?

Ridgecrest to Monterey bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Carl's Jr. / Inyo St. station.

What is the time difference between Ridgecrest and Monterey?

It is currently 02:02 at both, Ridgecrest and Monterey.

Can I drive from Ridgecrest to Monterey?

Yes, the driving distance between Ridgecrest to Monterey is 538 km. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Ridgecrest to Monterey.

Where can I stay near Monterey?

There are 293+ hotels available in Monterey. Prices start at $64.03 per night.
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