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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Carmel and Atascadero?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel to Atascadero. However, there are services departing from Rio Rd / The Crossroads Carmel and arriving at El Camino Real & Entrada via Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler, Salinas and North County Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Carmel and Atascadero?

No, there is no direct train from Carmel to Atascadero station. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Paso Robles Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Carmel to Atascadero?

The distance between Carmel and Atascadero is 133 miles. The road distance is 128.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmel to Atascadero without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs $100 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Carmel to Atascadero, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmel to Atascadero bus from?

Carmel to Atascadero bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler station.

Where do I catch the Carmel to Atascadero train from?

Carmel to Atascadero train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Carmel to Atascadero?

The best way to get from Carmel to Atascadero is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs $100 - $160. Alternatively, you can line 20 bus and bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Carmel to Atascadero bus arrive?

Carmel to Atascadero bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 station.

Where does the Carmel to Atascadero train arrive?

Carmel to Atascadero train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Carmel to Atascadero?

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

Where can I stay near Atascadero?

There are 342+ hotels available in Atascadero.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain Coast Starlight
3h 53m
$101–151
Drive 128.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmel to Atascaderocar 128.1 mi
2h 18m
$24–34
Line 20 bus, 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 to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 46m
$35–60

Carmel to Atascadero by bus

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Distance: 132.3 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Paso Robles Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rio Rd / The Crossroads Carmel to El Camino Real & Entrada via Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl, Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, Paso Robles Amtrak Station, and North County Transit Center in around 6h 46m.

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