What is the cheapest way to get from Carmel to Avila Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Carmel to Avila Beach is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carmel to Avila Beach?

The fastest way to get from Carmel to Avila Beach is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Carmel and Avila Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel to Avila Beach. However, there are services departing from Rio Rd / The Crossroads Carmel and arriving at San Luis Obispo via Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler and Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Carmel and Avila Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Carmel to Avila Beach. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at San Luis Obispo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Carmel to Avila Beach?

The distance between Carmel and Avila Beach is 166 miles. The road distance is 140.7 miles.

How do I travel from Carmel to Avila Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Carmel to Avila Beach without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs $140 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Carmel to Avila Beach?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Carmel to Avila Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmel to Avila Beach bus from?

Carmel to Avila Beach bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Where do I catch the Carmel to Avila Beach train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmel to Avila Beach?

The best way to get from Carmel to Avila Beach is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs $140 - $220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $120 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Carmel to Avila Beach bus arrive?

Carmel to Avila Beach bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Where does the Carmel to Avila Beach train arrive?

Carmel to Avila Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from Carmel to Avila Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel to Avila Beach is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Carmel to Avila Beach.

Where can I stay near Avila Beach?

There are 246+ hotels available in Avila Beach.

Carmel to Avila Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Carmel to Avila Beach by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight
4h 3m
$145–218
Drive 139.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmel to Avila Beachcar 139.9 mi
2h 55m
$26–37
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 9m
$79–117
Train via Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight
6h 17m
$79–142

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Distance: 165.4 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Carmel, CA, USA and Avila Beach, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to San Luis Obispo once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispo 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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