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How to Travel from

Irvine to Carmel

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Transport providers

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.50–$280.25

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$407.64
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
1h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$471.33

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.43–$458.59

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$471.33

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.65–$369.42
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$407.64

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
8h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.86–$165.60
Bus from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
4 times a day

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Tustin station to L.
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$9.55–$12.10

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Coliseum to Milpitas
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.86–$8.28

Bus operators

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from SJC Airport Terminal B to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$57.32–$70.06
Bus from SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$70.06–$82.80

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$121.02
Bus from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.28–$44.59

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl to Rio
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.29–$3.31

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Irvine to Carmel?

The cheapest way to get from Irvine to Carmel is to night bus and bus which costs $44.57 - $152.17 and takes 13h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Irvine to Carmel?

The fastest way to get from Irvine to Carmel is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 6m and costs $119.57 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Irvine and Carmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Irvine to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Main-Culver and arriving at Carmel Rancho Blvd / Carmel Rancho Center via Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, San Jose, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 and Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 55m.

How far is it from Irvine to Carmel?

The distance between Irvine and Carmel is 694 km. The road distance is 592 km.

How do I travel from Irvine to Carmel without a car?

The best way to get from Irvine to Carmel without a car is to train which takes 10h 51m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Irvine to Carmel?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Irvine to Carmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Irvine to Carmel bus from?

Irvine to Carmel bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center station.

Where does the Irvine to Carmel bus arrive?

Irvine to Carmel bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Jose Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Irvine to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Irvine to Carmel is 592 km. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Irvine to Carmel.

Where can I stay near Carmel?

There are 266+ hotels available in Carmel. Prices start at $64.03 per night.
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