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

The cheapest way to get from Carmel to Scotts Valley is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmel to Scotts Valley is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Carmel and Scotts Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel to Scotts Valley. However, there are services departing from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Scotts Valley Dr & Dunslee Way via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1, Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 3 and Soquel Ave & Front. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Carmel to Scotts Valley?

The distance between Carmel and Scotts Valley is 79 miles. The road distance is 50.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmel to Scotts Valley without a car is to bus and line 28 bus and line 1 bus which takes 5h 15m and costs $13 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Carmel to Scotts Valley, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Carmel to Scotts Valley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmel to Scotts Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel to Scotts Valley is 50 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Carmel to Scotts Valley.

Where can I stay near Scotts Valley?

There are 172+ hotels available in Scotts Valley.

Carmel to Scotts Valley - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 28 bus, and line 1 bus

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

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Bus, line 28 bus, line 1 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 3 to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 1
5h 15m
$13–24
Line 20 bus, line 28 bus, line 1 bus
cheapest
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 3 to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 1
5h 15m
$8–18
Drive 50 mi
1. Drive from Carmel to Scotts Valleycar 50 mi
55 min
$10–14

Carmel to Scotts Valley by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

5h 15mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 78.1 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Carmel, CA, USA and Scotts Valley, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop to Scotts Valley Dr & Dunslee Way via Salinas, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1, Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 3, and Soquel Ave & Front in around 5h 15m.

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