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

The cheapest way to get from Palm Springs to Carmel Valley is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palm Springs to Carmel Valley is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $20 - $30.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Palm Springs to Carmel Valley. However, there are services departing from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at San Diego via Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Palm Springs to Carmel Valley?

The distance between Palm Springs and Carmel Valley is 174 miles. The road distance is 111.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palm Springs to Carmel Valley without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h and costs $80 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Palm Springs to Carmel Valley, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Palm Springs to Carmel Valley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palm Springs to Carmel Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Palm Springs to Carmel Valley is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Palm Springs to Carmel Valley.

Where can I stay near Carmel Valley?

There are 332+ hotels available in Carmel Valley.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Palm Springs 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 Springs 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
$85–138
Drive 110.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palm Springs to Carmel Valleycar 110.5 mi
2h 2m
$21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palm Springs 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
5h 28m
$80–114
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
9h 7m
$34–47

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Distance: 173.5 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a bus from Palm Springs Amtrak Bus Stop to Carmel Valley via Fullerton Amtrak Station, Fullerton Amtrak Station, Anaheim, Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, and San Diego in around 5h 28m.

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