What is the cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to Carmel?

The cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to Carmel is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk Grove to Carmel?

The fastest way to get from Elk Grove to Carmel is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Elk Grove and Carmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Elk Grove to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Sacramento, CA and arriving at Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop via King & Tully, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose and Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Elk Grove and Carmel?

No, there is no direct train from Elk Grove station to Carmel. However, there are services departing from CRC Station and arriving at Salinas via Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Elk Grove to Carmel?

The distance between Elk Grove and Carmel is 238 miles. The road distance is 179.7 miles.

How do I travel from Elk Grove to Carmel without a car?

The best way to get from Elk Grove to Carmel without a car is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs $150 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Elk Grove to Carmel?

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Elk Grove to Carmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to Carmel bus from?

Elk Grove to Carmel bus services, operated by Xe Do Hoang Transportation, depart from Sacramento, CA station.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to Carmel train from?

Elk Grove to Carmel train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Train or bus from Elk Grove to Carmel?

The best way to get from Elk Grove to Carmel is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs $150 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $130 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Elk Grove to Carmel bus arrive?

Elk Grove to Carmel bus services, operated by Xe Do Hoang Transportation, arrive at San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich station.

Where does the Elk Grove to Carmel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elk Grove to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk Grove to Carmel is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Elk Grove to Carmel.

Where can I stay near Carmel?

There are 202+ hotels available in Carmel.

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There are 3 ways to get from Elk Grove to Carmel by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
7h 44m
$155–244
Drive 178.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elk Grove to Carmelcar 178.6 mi
3h 14m
$33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sacramento, CA to San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwichbus
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Salinasbus
3. Take the bus from Salinas to Carmel Amtrak Bus Stopbus
8h 40m
$96–122

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Distance: 236.5 mi
Duration: 7h 44m

What companies run services between Elk Grove, CA, USA and Carmel, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Elk Grove to Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop via Sacramento, CA, San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, King & Tully, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose Diridon, San Jose, and Salinas in around 8h 40m.

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