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

The cheapest way to get from Carmel to Stockton is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmel to Stockton is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Carmel and Stockton?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel to Stockton. However, there are services departing from Rio Rd / The Crossroads Carmel and arriving at Stockton via Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler, Salinas and San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Carmel and Stockton?

No, there is no direct train from Carmel to Stockton station. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station via San Jose Station Diridon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Carmel to Stockton?

The distance between Carmel and Stockton is 175 miles. The road distance is 144.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmel to Stockton without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Carmel to Stockton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmel to Stockton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carmel to Stockton train from?

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

Train or bus from Carmel to Stockton?

The best way to get from Carmel to Stockton is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs $100 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $75 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Carmel to Stockton bus arrive?

Carmel to Stockton bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Where does the Carmel to Stockton train arrive?

Carmel to Stockton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Carmel to Stockton?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel to Stockton is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Carmel to Stockton.

Where can I stay near Stockton?

There are 77+ hotels available in Stockton.

Carmel to Stockton - 4 ways to travel via train, shuttle, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from San Jose Station Diridon to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Stationtrain Ace
5h 16m
$105–146
Drive 143.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmel to Stocktoncar 143.3 mi
2h 37m
$27–38
Shuttle, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SJC Airport Terminal Bshuttle Monterey Airbus
2. Take the train from Santa Clara Station to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Stationtrain Ace
6h 27m
$63–84
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 25m
$49–75

Carmel to Stockton by bus, shuttle, and train

20Weekly Services

6h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.5 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Carmel, CA, USA and Stockton, San Joaquin County, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Carmel to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station via Salinas, San Jose, and San Jose Station Diridon in around 5h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rio Rd / The Crossroads Carmel to Stockton via Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl, Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 4 Tyler, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, and San Jose in around 7h 25m.

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