What is the cheapest way to get from California to Central Valley?

The cheapest way to get from California to Central Valley is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 5h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Central Valley?

The fastest way to get from California to Central Valley is to drive which takes 5h 52m and costs $60 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between California and Central Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from California station to Central Valley. However, there are services departing from Sylmar Station and arriving at Stockton via Los Angeles - Pacoima. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between California and Central Valley?

No, there is no direct train from California to Central Valley station. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station via San Jose Station Diridon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 31m.

How far is it from California to Central Valley?

The distance between California and Central Valley is 365 miles. The road distance is 347 miles.

How do I travel from California to Central Valley without a car?

The best way to get from California to Central Valley without a car is to bus via San Fernando which takes 7h 27m and costs $80 - $130.

How long does it take to get from California to Central Valley?

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from California to Central Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Central Valley bus from?

California to Central Valley bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Los Angeles - Pacoima station.

Where do I catch the California to Central Valley train from?

California to Central Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from California to Central Valley?

The best way to get from California to Central Valley is to bus via San Fernando which takes 7h 27m and costs $80 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $180 - $340 and takes 13h 31m.

Where does the California to Central Valley bus arrive?

California to Central Valley bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Stockton station.

Where does the California to Central Valley train arrive?

California to Central Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from California to Central Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Central Valley is 347 miles. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from California to Central Valley.

Where can I stay near Central Valley?

There are 94+ hotels available in Central Valley.

California to Central Valley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from California to Central Valley by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Bus via San Fernando
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Stocktonbus Nogales
7h 27m
$83–122
Drive 345 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Central Valleycar 345 mi
5h 52m
$63–91
Train
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from San Jose Station Diridon to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Stationtrain Ace
13h 31m
$183–337
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Stocktonbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
7h 58m
$85–143
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles - Limousine Express Bus Terminal to Stocktonbus 1
8h 3m
$84–116

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Distance: 362.9 mi
Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between California, USA and Central Valley, CA, USA?

Tufesa operates a bus from Los Angeles - Pacoima to Stockton once daily. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 5h. Tufesa Mexico also services this route 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Los Angeles to Central Valley via San Jose, San Jose Station Diridon, and Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station in around 13h 31m.

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