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

The cheapest way to get from Benicia to Carmel is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Benicia to Carmel is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Benicia and Carmel?

No, there is no direct train from Benicia to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Martinez and arriving at Salinas via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Benicia to Carmel?

The distance between Benicia and Carmel is 168 miles. The road distance is 134 miles.

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

The best way to get from Benicia to Carmel without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs $130 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Benicia to Carmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Benicia to Carmel train from?

Benicia to Carmel train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Martinez station.

Where does the Benicia to Carmel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Benicia to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Benicia to Carmel is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Benicia to Carmel.

Where can I stay near Carmel?

There are 200+ hotels available in Carmel.

Benicia to Carmel - 3 ways to travel via train, car, BART, and shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Benicia to Carmel by train (Amtrak), car, subway, or shuttle

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Martinez to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
4h 51m
$130–204
Drive 133.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Benicia to Carmelcar 133.2 mi
2h 19m
$25–36
BART, shuttle
1. Take the subway from Concord to San Francisco International Airportsubway Yellow-S
2. Take a shuttle bus from SFO Airport International to Monterey Shuttle Stationshuttle Monterey Airbus from airport
6h 25m
$75–95

Benicia to Carmel by bus, subway, and shuttle

6Weekly Services

6h 25mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.3 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Martinez to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $40–95 and the journey takes 4h 12m.

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