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

The cheapest way to get from Carmel to Capitola is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 46 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmel to Capitola is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Carmel and Capitola?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel to Capitola. However, there are services departing from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Bay Ave. & Rosedale via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 and Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Carmel to Capitola?

The distance between Carmel and Capitola is 67 miles. The road distance is 42.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmel to Capitola without a car is to bus and line 28 bus and line 73 bus which takes 4h 41m and costs $13 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Carmel to Capitola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmel to Capitola bus from?

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

Where does the Carmel to Capitola bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmel to Capitola?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel to Capitola is 42 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Carmel to Capitola.

Where can I stay near Capitola?

There are 147+ hotels available in Capitola.

Carmel to Capitola - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 28 bus, line 73 bus

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

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Bus, line 28 bus, line 73 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop to Salinasbus
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2bus 28 / ...
3. Take the bus from Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 2 to Bay Ave. & Rosedalebus 73
4h 41m
$13–24
Drive 42.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmel to Capitolacar 42.1 mi
46 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carmel to Capitolataxi 42.1 mi
46 min
$140–170
Line 20 bus, line 28 bus, line 73 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 / ...
3. Take the bus from Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 2 to Bay Ave. & Rosedalebus 73
4h 41m
$8–18

Carmel to Capitola by bus and foot

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4h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 66.8 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop to Bay Ave. & Rosedale via Salinas, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1, and Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 2 in around 4h 41m.

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