What is the cheapest way to get from California to Stockton?

The cheapest way to get from California to Stockton is to bus via San Fernando which costs $45 - $75 and takes 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Stockton?

The fastest way to get from California to Stockton is to drive which takes 5h 32m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between California and Stockton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Los Angeles Union Station station and arriving at Stockton. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between California and Stockton?

No, there is no direct train from California to Stockton 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 7m.

How far is it from California to Stockton?

The distance between California and Stockton is 352 miles. The road distance is 339.1 miles.

How do I travel from California to Stockton without a car?

The best way to get from California to Stockton without a car is to bus via San Fernando which takes 7h and costs $45 - $75.

How long does it take to get from California to Stockton?

It takes approximately 7h to get from California to Stockton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Stockton bus from?

California to Stockton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the California to Stockton train from?

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

Train or bus from California to Stockton?

The best way to get from California to Stockton is to bus via San Fernando which takes 7h and costs $45 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $150 - $300 and takes 13h 7m.

Where does the California to Stockton bus arrive?

California to Stockton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Stockton station.

Where does the California to Stockton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from California to Stockton?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Stockton is 339 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from California to Stockton.

How do I get a train ticket from California to Stockton?

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How do I get a bus ticket from California to Stockton?

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Where can I stay near Stockton?

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California to Stockton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from California to Stockton 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
$48–72
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 7m
$153–292
Drive 337.1 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Stocktoncar 337.1 mi
5h 32m
$62–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Stocktonbus Greyhound US0810 / ...
7h 35m
$50–100

California to Stockton by train and bus

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7hAverage Duration

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Distance: 349.9 mi
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between California, USA and Stockton, San Joaquin County, 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 Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station via San Jose and San Jose Station Diridon in around 13h 7m.

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