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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Oakland - Monterey

The best way to travel from Oakland to Monterey is by train. The train trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. You also have the choice of using carpooling services.

The distance between the two cities is 87 miles (140 km).

The majority of buses traveling from Oakland to Monterey start their journey at West Oakland BART Station and wind up at Monterey Transit Plaza. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Oakland and Monterey!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Oakland to Monterey, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Oakland to Monterey.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Oakland to Monterey while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Oakland by bus?

Bus from Monterey to Oakland

You can also go to Monterey by train

Train from Oakland to Monterey

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