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

The cheapest way to get from Fontana to Carmel Valley is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fontana to Carmel Valley is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Fontana and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Fontana to Carmel Valley. However, there are services departing from Fontana and arriving at Via De La Valle & El Camino Real via Escondido Transit Center Stall 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Fontana and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Fontana to Carmel Valley station. However, there are services departing from Fontana and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Fontana to Carmel Valley?

The distance between Fontana and Carmel Valley is 98 miles. The road distance is 95.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fontana to Carmel Valley without a car is to bus via Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 which takes 3h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Fontana to Carmel Valley, including transfers.

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

Fontana to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Limousine Express, depart from Fontana station.

Where do I catch the Fontana to Carmel Valley train from?

Fontana to Carmel Valley train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Fontana station.

Train or bus from Fontana to Carmel Valley?

The best way to get from Fontana to Carmel Valley is to bus via Escondido Transit Center Stall 13 which takes 3h 7m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $130 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Fontana to Carmel Valley bus arrive?

Fontana to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Limousine Express, arrive at Escondido station.

Where does the Fontana to Carmel Valley train arrive?

Fontana to Carmel Valley train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Fontana to Carmel Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Fontana to Carmel Valley is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Fontana to Carmel Valley.

Where can I stay near Carmel Valley?

There are 332+ hotels available in Carmel Valley.

Fontana to Carmel Valley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Fontana to Carmel Valley by bus, train (Amtrak), car, bus (Flixbus), or train

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Bus via Escondido Transit Center Stall 13
best
1. Take the bus from Fontana to Escondidobus Lxus 2121
3h 7m
Drive 95.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fontana to Carmel Valleycar 95.2 mi
1h 43m
$18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 51m
$69–123
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to San Diegobus FlixBus 2015 / ...
4h 29m
$48–69
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
2. Take the bus from Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8 to Camino Del Mar & 4th Stbus 101
6h 6m
$35–47

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Distance: 97.2 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Fontana, CA, USA and Carmel Valley, San Diego County, CA, USA?

Limousine Express operates a bus from Fontana to Escondido once daily, and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fontana to Carmel Valley via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, and Solana Beach Amtrak Station in around 4h 51m.

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