What is the cheapest way to get from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley?

The fastest way to get from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Westlake Village and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley station. However, there are services departing from Agoura Rd & Lindero Canyon Rd and arriving at Solana Beach Amtrak Station via Olympic / Flower and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Westlake Village and Carmel Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Westlake Village 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 4h 14m.

How far is it from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley?

The distance between Westlake Village and Carmel Valley is 163 miles. The road distance is 141.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs $150 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Westlake Village to Carmel Valley bus from?

Westlake Village to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by LA DOT, depart from Agoura Rd & Lindero Canyon Rd station.

Where do I catch the Westlake Village to Carmel Valley train from?

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

Train or bus from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley?

The best way to get from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs $150 - $230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Westlake Village to Carmel Valley bus arrive?

Westlake Village to Carmel Valley bus services, operated by LA DOT, arrive at Flower St & Olympic Blvd station.

Where does the Westlake Village to Carmel Valley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Westlake Village to Carmel Valley is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley.

Where can I stay near Carmel Valley?

There are 299+ hotels available in Carmel Valley.

Westlake Village to Carmel Valley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Westlake Village to Carmel Valley by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Simi Valley Amtrak to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
4h 14m
$155–230
Drive 140.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Westlake Village to Carmel Valleycar 140.9 mi
2h 31m
$26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Agoura Rd & Lindero Canyon Rd to Flower St & Olympic Blvdbus 422 / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 4m
$70–101
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Agoura Rd & Lindero Canyon Rd to Flower St & 7th Stbus 422 / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Solana Beach Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 21m
$66–116
Bus via Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
1. Take the bus from Agoura Rd & Lindero Canyon Rd to Flower St & 5th Stbus 422 / ...
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to Sorrento Valley/Del Marbus reLAXsan
6h 32m
$81–150

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Distance: 161.9 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Westlake Village, 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 Agoura Rd & Lindero Canyon Rd to Carmel Valley via Olympic / Flower, Cesar E Chavez / Alameda, Los Angeles, and Solana Beach Amtrak Station in around 6h 4m.

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