What is the cheapest way to get from California to Los Gatos?

The cheapest way to get from California to Los Gatos is to bus via Gilroy which costs $45 - $70 and takes 11h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Los Gatos?

The fastest way to get from California to Los Gatos is to drive which takes 5h 45m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between California and Los Gatos?

No, there is no direct bus from California station to Los Gatos. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles, CA - Chinatown Station and arriving at Santa Cruz & Los Gatos-Saratoga via King & Tully and Winchester Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between California and Los Gatos?

No, there is no direct train from California to Los Gatos station. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Winchester Station via Diridon Station and Convention Center Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 27m.

How far is it from California to Los Gatos?

The distance between California and Los Gatos is 355 miles. The road distance is 344.1 miles.

How do I travel from California to Los Gatos without a car?

The best way to get from California to Los Gatos without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs $55 - $75.

How long does it take to get from California to Los Gatos?

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from California to Los Gatos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Los Gatos bus from?

California to Los Gatos bus services, operated by Hoang Express, depart from Los Angeles, CA - Chinatown Station.

Where do I catch the California to Los Gatos train from?

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

Train or bus from California to Los Gatos?

The best way to get from California to Los Gatos is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs $55 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $290 and takes 11h 27m.

Where does the California to Los Gatos bus arrive?

California to Los Gatos bus services, operated by Hoang Express, arrive at San Jose, CA - Huong Lan Sandwich station.

Where does the California to Los Gatos train arrive?

California to Los Gatos train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from California to Los Gatos?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Los Gatos is 344 miles. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from California to Los Gatos.

Where can I stay near Los Gatos?

There are 402+ hotels available in Los Gatos.

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There are 5 ways to get from California to Los Gatos by bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles, CA - Chinatown Station to San Jose, CA - Huong Lan Sandwichbus Westminster
7h 45m
$56–72
Bus via Gilroy #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Downtown to Gilroybus Guadalajara
11h 4m
$48–67
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
11h 27m
$143–284
Drive 342.1 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Los Gatoscar 342.1 mi
5h 45m
$63–91
Bus via Gilroy
1. Take the bus from Downtown Los Angeles to Gilroybus Nogales / ...
10h 54m
$74–100

California to Los Gatos by bus and tram

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7h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 352.6 mi
Duration: 7h 45m

What companies run services between California, USA and Los Gatos, CA, USA?

Hoang Express operates a bus from Los Angeles, CA - Chinatown Station to San Jose, CA - Huong Lan Sandwich once daily. Tickets cost $45–60 and the journey takes 5h 45m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $130–280 and the journey takes 9h 55m.

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