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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Santa Cruz to Monterey. Traveling by bus from Santa Cruz to Monterey usually takes around 50 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 27 mi (43 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $4.99 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Santa Cruz to Monterey?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Santa Cruz to Monterey. FlixBus US is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 0h 50m | $4.99 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Santa Cruz to Monterey, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 50 minutes to cover the 27 miles from Santa Cruz to Monterey. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Santa Cruz to Monterey. It leaves the station in Santa Cruz at 1:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Santa Cruz to Monterey. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Santa Cruz to Monterey; ticket prices start at $35.00.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Santa Cruz?
Main departure station: Metro Center - 920 Pacific Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Santa Cruz.
All bus stations in Santa Cruz:
Metro Center - 920 Pacific Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Monterey?
Buses arrive in Monterey at 0 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
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