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How to get fromLancaster to Carmel Valleyby train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Lancaster to Carmel Valley by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or plane

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain train AV Line
    2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain train Pacific Surfliner
    5h 29m
    $71–125

  2. Drive 161.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Lancaster to Carmel Valleycar car 161.2 mi
    3h 14m
    $30–43

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain train AV Line
    2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San Diegobus bus FlixBus 2006 / ...
    6h 47m
    $60–90

  4. Train, fly

    1. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain train
    2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane plane LAX - SAN
    6h 22m
    $212–738

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) flights

Calendar49Weekly Planes
Duration58 minAverage Duration
Ticket$34Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 183.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a train from Lancaster to Carmel Valley via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, and Solana Beach Amtrak Station in around 5h 29m.

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