What is the cheapest way to get from Anaheim to Carmel Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Anaheim to Carmel Valley is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Anaheim to Carmel Valley?

The fastest way to get from Anaheim to Carmel Valley is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct train between Anaheim and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Anaheim station to Carmel Valley station. However, there are services departing from Fullerton Amtrak Station and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Anaheim to Carmel Valley?

The distance between Anaheim and Carmel Valley is 87 miles. The road distance is 79.6 miles.

How do I travel from Anaheim to Carmel Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Anaheim to Carmel Valley without a car is to bus which takes 1h 33m and costs $40 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Anaheim to Carmel Valley?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Anaheim to Carmel Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Anaheim to Carmel Valley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Anaheim to Carmel Valley train from?

Anaheim to Carmel Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Anaheim to Carmel Valley?

The best way to get from Anaheim to Carmel Valley is to bus which takes 1h 33m and costs $40 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 1h 49m.

Where does the Anaheim to Carmel Valley bus arrive?

Anaheim to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Diego station.

Where does the Anaheim to Carmel Valley train arrive?

Anaheim to Carmel Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Anaheim to Carmel Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Anaheim to Carmel Valley is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Anaheim to Carmel Valley.

Where can I stay near Carmel Valley?

There are 329+ hotels available in Carmel Valley.

Anaheim to Carmel Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Anaheim and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Anaheim to Carmel Valley. However, there are services departing from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center and arriving at San Diego via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Anaheim to Carmel Valley by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to San Diegobus FlixBus 2037
1h 33m
$43–61
Drive 79.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Anaheim to Carmel Valleycar 79.1 mi
1h 26m
$15–21
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
1h 49m
$55–90
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Anaheim to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Camino Del Mar & 4th Stbus 101
3h
$30–40

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Distance: 86.9 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Anaheim, CA, USA and Carmel Valley, San Diego County, CA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to San Diego 6 times a week. Tickets cost $13–22 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Solana Beach Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $25–50 and the journey takes 1h 41m.

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