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

The cheapest way to get from Brea to Carmel Valley is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brea to Carmel Valley is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Brea and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Brea to Carmel Valley. However, there are services departing from Birch-Brea and arriving at San Diego via Ring-Brea Mall and Santa Ana Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Brea and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Brea 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 3h 5m.

How far is it from Brea to Carmel Valley?

The distance between Brea and Carmel Valley is 87 miles. The road distance is 85.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brea to Carmel Valley without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs $50 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Brea to Carmel Valley, including transfers.

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

Brea to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by OCTA, depart from Ring-Brea Mall station.

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

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

Train or bus from Brea to Carmel Valley?

The best way to get from Brea to Carmel Valley is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs $50 - $90. Alternatively, you can line 59 bus and bus, which costs $40 - $65 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Brea to Carmel Valley bus arrive?

Brea to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by OCTA, arrive at The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3 station.

Where does the Brea to Carmel Valley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brea to Carmel Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Brea to Carmel Valley is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Brea to Carmel Valley.

Where can I stay near Carmel Valley?

There are 330+ hotels available in Carmel Valley.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 5m
$52–87
Drive 84.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brea to Carmel Valleycar 84.9 mi
1h 31m
$16–23
Line 59 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Ring-Brea Mall to The Depot At Santa Ana Dock 3bus 59
2. Take the bus from Santa Ana Bus Stop to San Diegobus FlixBus 2017 / ...
3h 55m
$44–61
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Oceansidetrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Camino Del Mar & 4th Stbus 101
4h 12m
$32–43

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Distance: 87 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Solana Beach Amtrak Station hourly. Tickets cost $20–45 and the journey takes 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birch-Brea to Carmel Valley via Ring-Brea Mall, Santa Ana Bus Stop, and San Diego in around 3h 55m.

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