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

The cheapest way to get from Compton to Carmel is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Compton to Carmel is to tram and fly and line 5 bus which takes 5h 16m and costs $270 - $750.

Is there a direct train between Compton and Carmel?

No, there is no direct train from Compton station to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Compton Station and arriving at Salinas via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

How far is it from Compton to Carmel?

The distance between Compton and Carmel is 293 miles. The road distance is 335.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Compton to Carmel without a car is to train which takes 10h 32m and costs $180 - $330.

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

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

Where do I catch the Compton to Carmel train from?

Compton to Carmel train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Where does the Compton to Carmel train arrive?

Compton to Carmel train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Compton to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Compton to Carmel is 335 miles. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Compton to Carmel.

Where can I stay near Carmel?

There are 292+ hotels available in Carmel.

Compton to Carmel - 8 ways to travel via train, tram, plane, line 5 bus

There are 8 ways to get from Compton to Carmel by tram, plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, shuttle, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Monterey Regional Airport, line 5 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Willowbrook - Rosa Parks Station - Metro C-Line to LAX / Metro Transit Centertram
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)plane LAX - MRY
3. Take the bus from Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl to Carmel Rancho Blvd / Carmel Rancho Centerbus
5h 16m
$279–712
Drive 333.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Compton to Carmelcar 333.4 mi
5h 56m
$61–88
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
10h 32m
$182–327
Fly Los Angeles International Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane LAX - SJC
2. Take a shuttle bus from SJC Airport Terminal A to Monterey Shuttle Stationshuttle
6h 14m
$151–669
Fly Long Beach Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane LGB - SJC
2. Take a shuttle bus from SJC Airport Terminal A to Monterey Shuttle Stationshuttle
7h 3m
$103–399
Tram to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to Monterey Regional Airport
1. Take the tram from Compton Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)plane BUR - MRY
6h 38m
$473–818
Fly Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane BUR - SJC
2. Take a shuttle bus from SJC Airport Terminal A to Monterey Shuttle Stationshuttle
7h 39m
$545–825
Fly Los Angeles International Airport to Oakland International Airport, BART, shuttle
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane LAX - OAK
2. Take the subway from Coliseum to Milpitassubway
3. Take a shuttle bus from SJC Airport Terminal A to Monterey Shuttle Stationshuttle
7h 59m
$392–1,483

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) flights

14Weekly Planes

1h 18mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Compton to Carmel.

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Distance: 290.9 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $110–240 and the journey takes 8h 19m.

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How to get fromCompton to Carmelby tram, plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, shuttle, or subway

There are 8 ways to get from Compton to Carmel by tram, plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, shuttle, or subway

Tram to Los Angeles International Airport, fly to Monterey Regional Airport, line 5 bus

Drive 333.4 mi

Train (Amtrak)

Fly Los Angeles International Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, shuttle

Fly Long Beach Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, shuttle

Tram to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly to Monterey Regional Airport

Fly Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, shuttle

Fly Los Angeles International Airport to Oakland International Airport, BART, shuttle