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

The cheapest way to get from Upland to Carmel Valley is to drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Upland to Carmel Valley is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Upland and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Upland to Carmel Valley. However, there are services departing from Foothill @ Euclid and arriving at San Diego via Fontana Metrolink Transit Center and San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Upland and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Upland to Carmel Valley station. However, there are services departing from Upland and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Upland to Carmel Valley?

The distance between Upland and Carmel Valley is 144 miles. The road distance is 100 miles.

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

The best way to get from Upland to Carmel Valley without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs $65 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Upland to Carmel Valley, including transfers.

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

Upland to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Omnitrans, depart from Foothill @ Euclid station.

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

Upland to Carmel Valley train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Upland station.

Train or bus from Upland to Carmel Valley?

The best way to get from Upland to Carmel Valley is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs $65 - $130. Alternatively, you can line 66 bus and bus, which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Upland to Carmel Valley bus arrive?

Upland to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by Omnitrans, arrive at Fontana Metrolink Transit Center station.

Where does the Upland to Carmel Valley train arrive?

Upland to Carmel Valley train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Upland to Carmel Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Upland to Carmel Valley is 100 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Upland to Carmel Valley.

Where can I stay near Carmel Valley?

There are 322+ hotels available in Carmel Valley.

Upland to Carmel Valley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 66 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Upland to L.A. Union Stationtrain SB Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 32m
$68–121
Drive 99.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Upland to Carmel Valleycar 99.4 mi
1h 50m
$19–27
Line 66 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Foothill @ Euclid to Fontana Metrolink Transit Centerbus 66
2. Take the bus from San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center to San Diegobus FlixBus 2015 / ...
5h 33m
$50–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Montclair Transit Center to Union Station Patsaouras Bus Plaza Wbus 699 / ...
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Sorrento Valley/Del Marbus reLAXsan
5h 37m
$78–146

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Distance: 143.7 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Upland to Carmel Valley via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, and Solana Beach Amtrak Station in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Foothill @ Euclid to Carmel Valley via Fontana Metrolink Transit Center, San Bernardino Downtown Transit Center, and San Diego in around 5h 33m.

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