What is the cheapest way to get from Atascadero to Carmel?

The cheapest way to get from Atascadero to Carmel is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atascadero to Carmel?

The fastest way to get from Atascadero to Carmel is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Atascadero and Carmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Atascadero to Carmel. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & Traffic Way and arriving at Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop via Paso Robles Amtrak Station and Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Atascadero and Carmel?

No, there is no direct train from Atascadero station to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Paso Robles Amtrak Station and arriving at Salinas via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Atascadero to Carmel?

The distance between Atascadero and Carmel is 133 miles. The road distance is 129.1 miles.

How do I travel from Atascadero to Carmel without a car?

The best way to get from Atascadero to Carmel without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs $100 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Atascadero to Carmel?

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Atascadero to Carmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atascadero to Carmel bus from?

Atascadero to Carmel bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Atascadero to Carmel train from?

Atascadero to Carmel train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Atascadero to Carmel?

The best way to get from Atascadero to Carmel is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs $100 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 5h 56m.

Where does the Atascadero to Carmel bus arrive?

Atascadero to Carmel bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Where does the Atascadero to Carmel train arrive?

Atascadero to Carmel train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Atascadero to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Atascadero to Carmel is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Atascadero to Carmel.

Where can I stay near Carmel?

There are 200+ hotels available in Carmel.

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There are 3 ways to get from Atascadero to Carmel by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
3h 56m
$102–152
Drive 128.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Atascadero to Carmelcar 128.3 mi
2h 18m
$24–34
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Salinas to Carmel Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 56m
$40–65

Atascadero to Carmel by bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 132.3 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Atascadero, CA, USA and Carmel, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino Real & Traffic Way to Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop via North County Transit Center, Paso Robles Amtrak Station, and Salinas in around 5h 56m.

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