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How to Travel from

Carmel to Santa Cruz

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Bus operators

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 3 to Soquel
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.85–$7.07

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 Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Watsonville
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.85–$3.26

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Carmel to Santa Cruz?

The cheapest way to get from Carmel to Santa Cruz is to drive which costs $8.15 - $11.96 and takes 51 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carmel to Santa Cruz?

The fastest way to get from Carmel to Santa Cruz is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $8.15 - $11.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Carmel and Santa Cruz?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from Rio Rd / Crossroads and arriving at Soquel Ave & Front via Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 and Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Carmel to Santa Cruz?

The distance between Carmel and Santa Cruz is 108 km. The road distance is 74.9 km.

How do I travel from Carmel to Santa Cruz without a car?

The best way to get from Carmel to Santa Cruz without a car is to line 20 bus and line 28 bus and line 1 bus which takes 4h 42m and costs $8.70 - $16.30 .

How long does it take to get from Carmel to Santa Cruz?

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Carmel to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmel to Santa Cruz bus from?

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

Where does the Carmel to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmel to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel to Santa Cruz is 75 km. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Carmel to Santa Cruz.

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 116+ hotels available in Santa Cruz. Prices start at $70.48 per night.
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