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

The cheapest way to get from Monrovia to Carmel Valley is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Monrovia to Carmel Valley is to drive which takes 2h and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Monrovia and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Monrovia to Carmel Valley. However, there are services departing from Primrose Ave and Lime Ave and arriving at Sorrento Valley/Del Mar via El Monte Station - Upper Level, Los Angeles Union Station and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Monrovia and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Monrovia station to Carmel Valley station. However, there are services departing from Monrovia Station and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Monrovia to Carmel Valley?

The distance between Monrovia and Carmel Valley is 126 miles. The road distance is 108.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monrovia to Carmel Valley without a car is to tram and train which takes 3h 56m and costs $60 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Monrovia to Carmel Valley, including transfers.

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

Monrovia to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, depart from Primrose Ave and Lime Ave station.

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

Monrovia to Carmel Valley train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, depart from Monrovia Station.

Where does the Monrovia to Carmel Valley bus arrive?

Monrovia to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Foothill Transit, arrive at El Monte Station Lower Level.

Where does the Monrovia to Carmel Valley train arrive?

Monrovia to Carmel Valley train services, operated by Metro Los Angeles, arrive at Union Station - Metro A-Line.

Can I drive from Monrovia to Carmel Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Monrovia to Carmel Valley is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Monrovia to Carmel Valley.

Where can I stay near Carmel Valley?

There are 326+ hotels available in Carmel Valley.

Monrovia to Carmel Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 270 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Monrovia to Carmel Valley by tram, train, bus, or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Monrovia Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram Metro A Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 56m
$62–112
Drive 107.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monrovia to Carmel Valleycar 107.8 mi
2h
$20–29
Line 270 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Primrose Ave and Lime Ave to El Monte Station Lower Levelbus 270
2. Take the bus from El Monte Station - Upper Level to Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plazabus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to LAX Tom Bradley International Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Sorrento Valley/Del Marbus
5h 12m
$79–148
Tram, bus
1. Take the tram from Monrovia Station to 1st Street Stationtram Metro A Line
2. Take the bus from Long Beach Downtown Transit Gallery to San Diegobus FlixBus 2006
5h 12m
$47–67

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Distance: 125.7 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Primrose Ave and Lime Ave to Carmel Valley via El Monte Station Lower Level, El Monte Station - Upper Level, Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza, Los Angeles Union Station, LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop, and Sorrento Valley/Del Mar in around 5h 12m.

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