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Monterey - Grover Beach Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

You can pick from 5 daily train trips between Monterey and Grover Beach. The average train journey from Monterey to Grover Beach takes 6 hours and 20 minutes, but some Amtrak train trips are as short as 5 hours and 58 minutes.

Distance125 mi (201 km)
Fastest train5h 58m
Lowest price£30.92
Most frequent serviceAmtrak
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Which train should you take from Monterey to Grover Beach?

Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Monterey to Grover Beach. However, there are 5 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak56h 20m£30.92
  • Amtrak is the largest passenger railroad service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi and power outlets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there are 5 Amtrak trains from Monterey to Grover Beach every day, as well as 5 trips on the weekends, with prices starting from £31.

Frequently Asked Questions

The distance between Monterey and Grover Beach is approximately 125 miles, or 201 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 6 hours and 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 5 hours and 58 minutes.

Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.

Trains from Monterey to Grover Beach are the most crowded on Monday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider traveling on Monday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.

The earliest train departs Monterey at 09:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 10:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 5 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Grover Beach to Monterey.

City Information

Grover Beach

Grover Beach, CA, US - GVB-0

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Grover Beach is a small beach town in San Luis Obispo, between Oceano and Pismo Beach. It's popularly known as the location of the Pacific Crossing cable Landing station. The main highlight is Grover beach, ideal for nature lovers and fun in the sun. The Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area offers fun outdoor activities, including horse riding and driving motor ATVs, plus biplane rides, skydiving, and golfing.

Grover Beach features a laidback downtown area where you can check out restaurants, theatrical performances, and shopping centers. The small city organizes annual festivals and celebrations like the South County Holiday Parade, the Stone Soup Music Festival, and Street Faire.

You can easily access Grover Beach from tens of other cities through trains provided by Amtrak and buses by Amtrak Thruway. The town also offers bus lines within the city and the Multimodal Transportation Facility, bike racks, electric vehicle charging stations, and long-term parking.

Station Information

Where is the train station in Monterey?

Main departure station: Marriott Hotel - 350 Calle Principal

Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 5 stops and stations in Monterey where you can board the train.

All train stations in Monterey:

  • Marriott Hotel - 350 Calle Principal

  • 500 Tyler St

  • 1 Old Golf Course Rd

  • 351 Fremont St

  • Monterey Bay Aquarium

Where is the train station in Grover Beach?

Main arrival station: 180 W Grand Ave

Grover Beach has one train station.

Train stations in Grover Beach:

  • 180 W Grand Ave

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