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Five ways to Travel from Santa Maria to Carmel

Composite routes from Santa Maria to Carmel

Cheapest
3 h 5 min
Car
288 km.
from $15
Other
9 h 45 min
220 km.
from $17.07
8 h 14 min
220 km.
Select a ticket
8 h 29 min
Bus, Train
220 km.
from $44.67

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$86.96
Bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day

Bus operators

San Luis Obispo RTA

Website:
slorta.org
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$2.61–$3.48
Bus from Government Center to North
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$1.09–$1.41

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Email:
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Robles to Canal
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.96–$4.46
Bus from Canal / Bassett Street to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.96–$4.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Carmel is to bus via King City which costs $14.13 - $19.57 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Maria to Carmel is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $31.52 - $46.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Maria and Carmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Maria to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Santa Maria Transit Center and arriving at Rio Road / Oliver via Downtown Transit Center, San Luis Obispo, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 and Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

How far is it from Santa Maria to Carmel?

The distance between Santa Maria and Carmel is 305 km. The road distance is 288.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Maria to Carmel without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs $92.39 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Santa Maria to Carmel, including transfers.

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

Santa Maria to Carmel bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, depart from Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Train or bus from Santa Maria to Carmel?

The best way to get from Santa Maria to Carmel is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs $92.39 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Santa Maria to Carmel bus arrive?

Santa Maria to Carmel bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, arrive at Government Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Maria to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Maria to Carmel is 289 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Santa Maria 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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