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

The cheapest way to get from Oakland to Carmel is to drive which costs $20 - $35 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oakland to Carmel is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs $20 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Oakland and Carmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Oakland to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop via Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Oakland and Carmel?

No, there is no direct train from Oakland to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at Salinas via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Oakland to Carmel?

The distance between Oakland and Carmel is 131 miles. The road distance is 115.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oakland to Carmel without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $100 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Oakland to Carmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oakland to Carmel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Oakland to Carmel train from?

Oakland to Carmel train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oakland station.

Train or bus from Oakland to Carmel?

The best way to get from Oakland to Carmel is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs $100 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Oakland to Carmel bus arrive?

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

Where does the Oakland to Carmel train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oakland to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakland to Carmel is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Oakland to Carmel.

How do I get a bus ticket from Oakland to Carmel?

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Where can I stay near Carmel?

There are 200+ hotels available in Carmel.

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There are 4 ways to get from Oakland to Carmel by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, or shuttle

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Oakland to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
3h 27m
$103–155
Drive 114.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oakland to Carmelcar 114.8 mi
2h 1m
$21–31
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Oakland to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Salinas to Carmel Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 15m
$48–69
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from SFO Airport International to Monterey Shuttle Stationshuttle Monterey Airbus from airport
5h 19m
$68–86

Oakland to Carmel by bus (Amtrak)

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5h 15mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.8 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Oakland to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $30–70 and the journey takes 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oakland to Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop via Salinas in around 5h 15m.

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