What is the cheapest way to get from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory?

The cheapest way to get from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory?

The fastest way to get from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $20 - $30.

How far is it from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory?

The distance between Carmel Valley and Griffith Observatory is 117 miles. The road distance is 111.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $55 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory, including transfers.

Train or bus from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory?

The best way to get from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs $55 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 102 bus, which costs $65 - $140 and takes 5h 10m.

Can I drive from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory.

Where can I stay near Griffith Observatory?

There are 2749+ hotels available in Griffith Observatory.

Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los AngelesPacific Surfliner
3h 24m
$56–68
Drive 111 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory111 mi
2h 4m
$21–30
Bus, line 102 bus
1. Take the bus from Sorrento Valley/Del Mar to LAX Terminal 7 Shared Rides StopreLAXsan
2. Take the bus from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Exposition / Vermont102
5h 10m
$69–133
Line 101 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Camino Del Mar & Del Mar Heights Rd to Oceanside Transit Center Stall 8101
2. Take the train from Oceanside to L.A. Union StationOC Line
5h 29m
$35–49

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 116.8 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Solana Beach Amtrak Station to Los Angeles every 2 hours. Tickets cost $29–34 and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Carmel Valley to Griffith Observatory via Sorrento Valley/Del Mar, LAX Terminal 7 Shared Rides Stop, LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level, Metro Transit Center Bay 2, LAX / Metro Transit Center, Exposition / Vermont, Vermont / Exposition, Sunset / Vermont, Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd, and Griffith Observatory in around 5h 10m.

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How to get fromCarmel Valley to Griffith Observatoryby train (Amtrak), bus, car or train

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

Train (Amtrak)

Drive 111 mi

Bus, line 102 bus