What is the cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Carmel Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Palm Desert to Carmel Valley is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Carmel Valley?

The fastest way to get from Palm Desert to Carmel Valley is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Palm Desert and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Desert to Carmel Valley. However, there are services departing from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at San Diego via Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Palm Desert to Carmel Valley?

The distance between Palm Desert and Carmel Valley is 188 miles. The road distance is 108.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Desert to Carmel Valley without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 35m and costs $85 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Palm Desert to Carmel Valley?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Palm Desert to Carmel Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palm Desert to Carmel Valley bus from?

Palm Desert to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Palm Desert to Carmel Valley bus arrive?

Palm Desert to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Palm Desert to Carmel Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Desert to Carmel Valley is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Palm Desert to Carmel Valley.

Where can I stay near Carmel Valley?

There are 332+ hotels available in Carmel Valley.

Palm Desert to Carmel Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Palm Desert to Carmel Valley by bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus)

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 35m
$89–144
Drive 107.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palm Desert to Carmel Valleycar 107.9 mi
2h 13m
$20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center to San Diegobus FlixBus 2037
6h 3m
$84–120
Bus, train via San Bernardino
1. Take the bus from Varner at Harry Oliver to San Bernardino Transit Centerbus 10
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to Oceansidetrain IE-OC Line
8h 37m
$34–47

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Distance: 186.8 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stop to Carmel Valley via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Anaheim, Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, and San Diego in around 6h 3m.

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