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

The cheapest way to get from Carmel to Watsonville is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmel to Watsonville is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Carmel and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmel to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Rodriguez / Second via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Carmel to Watsonville?

The distance between Carmel and Watsonville is 50 miles. The road distance is 30.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmel to Watsonville without a car is to bus and line 28 bus which takes 3h 26m and costs $11 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Carmel to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmel to Watsonville bus from?

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

Where does the Carmel to Watsonville bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmel to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel to Watsonville is 31 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Carmel to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 183+ hotels available in Watsonville.

Carmel to Watsonville - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 28 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Bus, line 28 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Rodriguez / Secondbus 28 / ...
3h 26m
$11–17
Drive 30.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmel to Watsonvillecar 30.7 mi
35 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carmel to Watsonvilletaxi 30.7 mi
35 min
$100–130
Line 20 bus, line 28 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 Rodriguez / Secondbus 28 / ...
3h 27m
$6–11

Carmel to Watsonville by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.4 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop to Rodriguez / Second via Salinas and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 in around 3h 26m.

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