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

The cheapest way to get from Carmel to Aptos is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmel to Aptos is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Carmel and Aptos?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel to Aptos. However, there are services departing from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 and Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Carmel to Aptos?

The distance between Carmel and Aptos is 60 miles. The road distance is 38.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmel to Aptos without a car is to bus and line 28 bus which takes 3h 58m and costs $13 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Carmel to Aptos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmel to Aptos bus from?

Carmel to Aptos bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Carmel to Aptos bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmel to Aptos?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel to Aptos is 39 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Carmel to Aptos.

Where can I stay near Aptos?

There are 148+ hotels available in Aptos.

Carmel to Aptos - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 28 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Carmel to Aptos by bus (Amtrak), car, taxi, or bus

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Bus, line 28 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2bus 28 / ...
3h 58m
$13–24
Drive 38.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmel to Aptoscar 38.7 mi
42 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carmel to Aptostaxi 38.7 mi
42 min
$130–160
Line 20 bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7bus 20
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2bus 28 / ...
3h 58m
$8–18

Carmel to Aptos by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 59.6 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop to Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Salinas, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1, and Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 1 in around 3h 58m.

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