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

The cheapest way to get from Apple Valley to Carmel Valley is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Apple Valley to Carmel Valley is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Apple Valley and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Apple Valley to Carmel Valley. However, there are services departing from Outer Hwy 18 North WB & Navajo Rd and arriving at Sorrento Valley/Del Mar via Victorville Transit Center, Los Angeles Union Station and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Apple Valley and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Apple Valley to Carmel Valley station. However, there are services departing from Victorville Amtrak and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Apple Valley to Carmel Valley?

The distance between Apple Valley and Carmel Valley is 182 miles. The road distance is 139.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Apple Valley to Carmel Valley without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs $80 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Apple Valley to Carmel Valley, including transfers.

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

Apple Valley to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Victorville Transit Center station.

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

Apple Valley to Carmel Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Victorville Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Apple Valley to Carmel Valley?

The best way to get from Apple Valley to Carmel Valley is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs $80 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $170 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Apple Valley to Carmel Valley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Apple Valley to Carmel Valley train arrive?

Apple Valley to Carmel Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Apple Valley to Carmel Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Apple Valley to Carmel Valley is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Apple Valley to Carmel Valley.

Where can I stay near Carmel Valley?

There are 299+ hotels available in Carmel Valley.

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

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Victorville Amtrak to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 57m
$82–156
Drive 138.4 mi
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1. Drive from Apple Valley to Carmel Valleycar 138.4 mi
2h 26m
$26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Victorville Transit Center to Los Angeles Downtownbus FlixBus 2030
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Sorrento Valley/Del Marbus reLAXsan
7h 11m
$90–168
Bus, train, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from VVTC - Dock 6 to San Bernardinobus 15
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Oceansidetrain
3. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Camino Del Mar & 4th Stbus 101
8h 8m
$36–58

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Distance: 180.8 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Outer Hwy 18 North WB & Jicarilla Rd to Carmel Valley via VVTC - Dock 7, Victorville Amtrak, Fullerton Amtrak Station, and Solana Beach Amtrak Station in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Outer Hwy 18 North WB & Navajo Rd to Carmel Valley via Victorville Transit Center, Los Angeles Downtown, Los Angeles Union Station, LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop, and Sorrento Valley/Del Mar in around 7h 11m.

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