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Four ways to Travel from San Francisco to Carmel

Composite routes from San Francisco to Carmel

Cheapest
2 h 8 min
Car
187 km.
from $10
Other
4 h 24 min
144 km.
from $174.63
4 h 30 min
144 km.
from $42.46
5 h 26 min
Train
144 km.
from $48.98

Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.24–$11.96

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.78–$70.65
Bus from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
4 times a day

Bus operators

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Email:
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from SFO Airport International Arrivals to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$59.78–$76.09

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Francisco to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$10.87–$47.83
Bus from San Jose to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$7.07–$38.04

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Email:
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.96–$3.26

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Carmel?

No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco to Carmel. However, there are services departing from San Francisco and arriving at Rio Road / Oliver via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 and Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from San Francisco to Carmel?

The distance between San Francisco and Carmel is 222 km. The road distance is 187.7 km.

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

The best way to get from San Francisco to Carmel without a car is to Caltrain and train which takes 4h 24m and costs $86.96 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from San Francisco to Carmel, including transfers.

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

San Francisco to Carmel bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Francisco station.

Train or bus from San Francisco to Carmel?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Carmel is to Caltrain and train which takes 4h 24m and costs $86.96 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 20 bus, which costs $15.22 - $54.35 and takes 4h 30m.

Where does the San Francisco to Carmel bus arrive?

San Francisco to Carmel bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Salinas Train Station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Carmel?

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