What is the cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley?

The fastest way to get from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Simi Valley and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley. However, there are services departing from First Street and Cochran Street and arriving at Sorrento Valley/Del Mar via Chatsworth Station, Chandler / Lankershim, Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Simi Valley and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley station. However, there are services departing from Simi Valley Amtrak and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley?

The distance between Simi Valley and Carmel Valley is 154 miles. The road distance is 146.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs $70 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Simi Valley to Carmel Valley bus from?

Simi Valley to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Simi Valley Transit, depart from First Street and Cochran Street station.

Where do I catch the Simi Valley to Carmel Valley train from?

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

Train or bus from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley?

The best way to get from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs $70 - $140. Alternatively, you can line 10 bus and bus and line 237 bus, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Simi Valley to Carmel Valley bus arrive?

Simi Valley to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Simi Valley Transit, arrive at Metrolink Chatsworth station.

Where does the Simi Valley to Carmel Valley train arrive?

Simi Valley to Carmel Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Solana Beach Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Simi Valley to Carmel Valley is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Simi Valley to Carmel Valley.

Where can I stay near Carmel Valley?

There are 327+ hotels available in Carmel Valley.

Simi Valley to Carmel Valley - 3 ways to travel via train, line 10 bus, and bus

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Simi Valley Amtrak to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 31m
$70–132
Drive 145.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Simi Valley to Carmel Valleycar 145.3 mi
2h 34m
$27–39
Line 10 bus, bus, line 237 bus
1. Take the bus from First Street and Cochran Street to Metrolink Chatsworthbus 10
2. Take the bus from Chatsworth Station to North Hollywood Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chandler / Lankershim to Woodley / Saticoybus 237
4. Take the bus from Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave to LAX Tom Bradley International Terminalbus
5. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Sorrento Valley/Del Marbus
7h 33m
$78–146

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Simi Valley Amtrak to Solana Beach Amtrak Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from First Street and Cochran Street to Carmel Valley via Metrolink Chatsworth, Chatsworth Station, North Hollywood Station, Chandler / Lankershim, Woodley / Saticoy, Van Nuys FlyAway Terminal - 7610 Woodley Ave, LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal, LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop, and Sorrento Valley/Del Mar in around 7h 33m.

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