What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Ynez to Carmel?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Ynez to Carmel is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Ynez to Carmel?

The fastest way to get from Santa Ynez to Carmel is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Ynez and Carmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Ynez to Carmel. However, there are services departing from Sagunto St. & Meadowvale Rd. and arriving at Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop via Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop and Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 58m.

How far is it from Santa Ynez to Carmel?

The distance between Santa Ynez and Carmel is 227 miles. The road distance is 193.8 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Ynez to Carmel without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Ynez to Carmel without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 23m and costs $130 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Santa Ynez to Carmel?

It takes approximately 7h 23m to get from Santa Ynez to Carmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Ynez to Carmel bus from?

Santa Ynez to Carmel bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Santa Ynez to Carmel bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Ynez to Carmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Ynez to Carmel is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Santa Ynez to Carmel.

Where can I stay near Carmel?

There are 200+ hotels available in Carmel.

Santa Ynez to Carmel - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Ynez to Carmel by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
7h 23m
$132–205
Drive 192.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Ynez to Carmelcar 192.7 mi
3h 59m
$36–51
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Salinas to Carmel Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 58m
$73–103

Santa Ynez to Carmel by bus (Amtrak)

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7h 58mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.6 mi
Duration: 7h 23m

What companies run services between Santa Ynez, CA, USA and Carmel, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Sagunto St. & Meadowvale Rd. to Carmel Amtrak Bus Stop via Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop and Salinas in around 7h 58m.

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