What is the cheapest way to get from Grover Beach to Carmel?

The cheapest way to get from Grover Beach to Carmel is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grover Beach to Carmel?

The fastest way to get from Grover Beach to Carmel is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Grover Beach and Carmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Grover Beach to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Grover Beach Amtrak and arriving at Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop via Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Grover Beach and Carmel?

No, there is no direct train from Grover Beach to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Grover Beach Amtrak and arriving at Salinas via San Luis Obispo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Grover Beach to Carmel?

The distance between Grover Beach and Carmel is 169 miles. The road distance is 146.2 miles.

How do I travel from Grover Beach to Carmel without a car?

The best way to get from Grover Beach to Carmel without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $110 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Grover Beach to Carmel?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Grover Beach to Carmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grover Beach to Carmel bus from?

Grover Beach to Carmel bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grover Beach Amtrak station.

Where do I catch the Grover Beach to Carmel train from?

Grover Beach to Carmel train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train or bus from Grover Beach to Carmel?

The best way to get from Grover Beach to Carmel is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs $110 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $80 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Grover Beach to Carmel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Grover Beach to Carmel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Grover Beach to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Grover Beach to Carmel is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Grover Beach to Carmel.

Where can I stay near Carmel?

There are 201+ hotels available in Carmel.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
5h 4m
$114–183
Drive 145.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grover Beach to Carmelcar 145.4 mi
3h 1m
$27–39
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Grover Beach Amtrak to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Salinas to Carmel Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 35m
$55–79

Grover Beach to Carmel by bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Grover Beach, CA, USA and Carmel, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grover Beach Amtrak to Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop via Salinas in around 5h 35m.

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