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How to Travel from

Carmel to San Francisco

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Monterey Regional Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$250.00–$413.04

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.24–$11.96

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Salinas to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.78–$70.65

Bus operators

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage to SFO
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$59.78–$70.65

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Salinas Train Station to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$47.83

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.85–$3.26
Bus from Rio Rd / Crossroads to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.85–$2.83

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from SFO Airport Terminal 2-Lower Level to Mission
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.96–$4.39

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Carmel to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Carmel to San Francisco is to drive which costs $20.65 - $30.43 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carmel to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Carmel to San Francisco is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $20.65 - $30.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Carmel and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Rio Rd / Crossroads and arriving at San Francisco via Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler and Salinas Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Carmel to San Francisco?

The distance between Carmel and San Francisco is 221 km. The road distance is 188.5 km.

How do I travel from Carmel to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Carmel to San Francisco without a car is to train and Caltrain which takes 3h 34m and costs $86.96 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Carmel to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Carmel to San Francisco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmel to San Francisco bus from?

Carmel to San Francisco bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler station.

Train or bus from Carmel to San Francisco?

The best way to get from Carmel to San Francisco is to train and Caltrain which takes 3h 34m and costs $86.96 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can line 20 bus and bus, which costs $15.22 - $54.35 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Carmel to San Francisco bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmel to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel to San Francisco is 188 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Carmel to San Francisco.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

There are 821+ hotels available in San Francisco. Prices start at $72.98 per night.
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