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How to get fromPalmdale to Carmel Valleyby train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Palmdale to Carmel Valley by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or plane

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain train AV Line
    2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain train Pacific Surfliner
    5h 20m
    $71–125

  2. Drive 153.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Palmdale to Carmel Valleycar car 153.1 mi
    3h 2m
    $28–41

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to Glendaletrain train AV Line
    2. Take the bus from Glendale Bus Stop to Oceanside Transportation Centerbus bus Greyhound US0831
    7h 58m
    $46–76

  4. Train, fly

    1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain train
    2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane plane LAX - SAN
    6h 13m
    $202–888

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) flights

Calendar49Weekly Planes
Duration58 minAverage Duration
Ticket$35Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 176.5 mi
  • Duration: 5h 20m

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

You can take a train from Palmdale Station to Carmel Valley via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, and Solana Beach Amtrak Station in around 5h 20m.

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