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

The cheapest way to get from Lompoc to Carmel is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lompoc to Carmel is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Lompoc and Carmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Lompoc to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Cypress Ave and I St and arriving at Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop via Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop and Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Lompoc to Carmel?

The distance between Lompoc and Carmel is 209 miles. The road distance is 184.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lompoc to Carmel without a car is to taxi and train which takes 6h 1m and costs $210 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Lompoc to Carmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lompoc to Carmel bus from?

Lompoc to Carmel bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Lompoc to Carmel bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lompoc to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Lompoc to Carmel is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Lompoc to Carmel.

Where can I stay near Carmel?

There are 291+ hotels available in Carmel.

Lompoc to Carmel - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Lompoc to Guadalupe Amtrak Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
6h 1m
$212–305
Drive 183.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lompoc to Carmelcar 183.6 mi
3h 59m
$34–49
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Salinas to Carmel Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 20m
$74–105

Lompoc to Carmel by bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Buses

8h 20mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Cypress Ave and I St to Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop via Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop and Salinas in around 8h 20m.

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