What is the cheapest way to get from Chowchilla to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Chowchilla to San Jose is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chowchilla to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Chowchilla to San Jose is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Chowchilla and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from Chowchilla to San Jose. However, there are services departing from R.C. Wisener Park - 2nd & Trinity and arriving at San Jose - King Rd via Walgreens at Cleveland Avenue and Madera, CA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Chowchilla to San Jose?

The distance between Chowchilla and San Jose is 144 miles. The road distance is 113.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chowchilla to San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from Chowchilla to San Jose without a car is to bus which takes 4h 53m and costs $40 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Chowchilla to San Jose?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Chowchilla to San Jose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chowchilla to San Jose bus from?

Chowchilla to San Jose bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Madera, CA station.

Where does the Chowchilla to San Jose bus arrive?

Chowchilla to San Jose bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at San Jose - King Rd station.

Can I drive from Chowchilla to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Chowchilla to San Jose is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Chowchilla to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 289+ hotels available in San Jose.

Chowchilla to San Jose - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and Caltrain

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There are 3 ways to get from Chowchilla to San Jose by bus, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madera, CA to San Jose - King Rdbus San Ysidro
4h 53m
$42–67
Drive 112.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chowchilla to San Josecar 112.5 mi
2h 8m
$21–30
Bus, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from Madera, CA to Gilroybus San Ysidro
2. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain South County
5h 48m
$44–71

Chowchilla to San Jose by bus

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4h 53mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.7 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Chowchilla, CA, USA and San Jose, CA, USA?

Tufesa operates a bus from Madera, CA to San Jose - King Rd once daily. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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