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How to Travel from

Santa Cruz to Carmel

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 Salinas to Carmel
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Bus operators

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from River St S. & Soquel Ave to Watsonville
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.96–$7.07

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.96–$3.37
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 Santa Cruz to Carmel?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Carmel is to drive which costs $8.15 - $13.04 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Carmel is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $8.15 - $13.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Cruz and Carmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Cruz to Carmel. However, there are services departing from River St S. & Soquel Ave and arriving at Rio Road / Oliver via Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 and Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Santa Cruz to Carmel?

The distance between Santa Cruz and Carmel is 110 km. The road distance is 75.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to Carmel without a car is to line 1 bus and line 28 bus and line 20 bus which takes 4h 58m and costs $8.70 - $16.30 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Santa Cruz to Carmel, including transfers.

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

Santa Cruz to Carmel bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from River St S. & Soquel Ave station.

Where does the Santa Cruz to Carmel bus arrive?

Santa Cruz to Carmel bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Watsonville Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Cruz to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Cruz to Carmel is 75 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Santa Cruz 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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