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32 h 49 min
3391 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Palm Desert to Carmel

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Cheapest
By car (3 391 km)
32 h 49 min
3391 km.
from $186
Other
Bus, Plane (Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport)
5 h 27 min
591 km.
from $493.42
Bus, Train (Bus)
16 h 43 min
591 km.
from $65.66
Bus
14 h 22 min
592 km.
from $119.89
Bus, Train (Bus)
15 h 19 min
591 km.
from $208.98
Bus, Plane (Fly to San Francisco International Airport)
6 h 32 min
591 km.
from $357.55
Bus, Plane (Fly to Oakland International Airport)
6 h 59 min
591 km.
from $339.62
Bus, Train (Bus)
16 h 3 min
591 km.
from $5.43
Bus, Train (Bus)
16 h 3 min
591 km.
from $103.98

Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Email:
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from Indio Bus Station to Fontana
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.60–$56.20

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Email:
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from SJC Airport Terminal B to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$57.48–$70.25
Bus from SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$70.25–$83.02

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Indio Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.05–$61.31
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.93–$108.57

Sunline Transit

Phone:
+1 760-343-3451
Website:
sunline.org/
Bus from Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwy to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.59–$1.16

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.59–$562.00

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$21.71–$166.04

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.82–$498.13

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.57–$357.63
Plane from Palm Springs International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.95–$383.18

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:
$45.98–$166.04
Bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Fontana station to L.
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.86–$14.05
Train from San Bernardino - Downtown station to L.
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.13–$15.33

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Coliseum to Milpitas
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.88–$8.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Carmel?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Carmel is to bus and train which costs $42.39 - $119.57 and takes 16h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Carmel?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Carmel is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 27m and costs $293.48 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Carmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Hwy 111 at San Luis Rey and arriving at Rio Road / Oliver via Indio Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 and Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 22m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Carmel?

The distance between Palm Desert and Carmel is 781 km. The road distance is 715.8 km.

How do I travel from Palm Desert to Carmel without a car?

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Carmel without a car is to bus which takes 14h 22m and costs $43.48 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Carmel?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Palm Desert to Carmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Carmel bus from?

Palm Desert to Carmel bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Carmel bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Carmel bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Carmel is 716 km. It takes approximately 7h 35m to drive from Palm Desert 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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