Best way to get from Carmel, CA to Salinas, CA
Find the best ways to travel from Carmel CA to Salinas CA. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Carmel to Salinas. The journey typically takes 36 minutes, covering a distance of 22 miles, with an estimated price of $48.
Public transportation: Monterey-Salinas Transit offers a bus service from Carmel to Salinas. The Line 20 bus connects these locations with an approximate travel time of 1 hour and 15 minutes. The price is around $3, and the distance is approximately 23 miles.
Private bus: A private bus service operates between Carmel and Salinas, providing an alternative to public transport. The estimated travel time is 1 hour, with a price of about $15 for a distance of 23 miles.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated June, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Salinas, CA
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Carmel, CA to Salinas, CA. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
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Getting from Carmel, CA to Salinas, CA
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Carmel, CA to Salinas, CA, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Salinas, CA in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Carmel, CA in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
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Average Travel Time
36 minutes
Average Route Price
$48
Average Route Distance
22 miles
How to get from Carmel, CA to Salinas, CA
Compare ride options getting from Carmel, CA to Salinas, CA. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
$48
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
$67
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Carmel, CA to Salinas, CA for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Carmel, CA?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Carmel, CA anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Carmel, CA to Salinas, CA?
The average price for this trip is $48. Open the Uber app and input Salinas, CA in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Carmel, CA to Salinas, CA?
The most affordable ride choice from Carmel, CA to Salinas, CA is RIDESHARE.
- How long does it take to get from Carmel, CA to Salinas, CA?
The average duration for this ride is 36 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Carmel, CA. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Salinas, CA. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Carmel, CA?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Carmel, CA, you can request a ride from Carmel, CA anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Carmel, CA to Salinas, CA?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Carmel, CA. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Salinas, CA. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
