What is the cheapest way to get from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz?

The cheapest way to get from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz?

The fastest way to get from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Chowchilla and Santa Cruz?

No, there is no direct bus from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from R.C. Wisener Park - 2nd & Trinity and arriving at Soquel Ave & Front via Walgreens at Cleveland Avenue, Madera, CA, King & Virginia, Santa Clara & 1st and Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz?

The distance between Chowchilla and Santa Cruz is 178 miles. The road distance is 118 miles.

How do I travel from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz without a car?

The best way to get from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz without a car is to bus which takes 6h 34m and costs $50 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz?

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chowchilla to Santa Cruz bus from?

Chowchilla to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Madera, CA station.

Where does the Chowchilla to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between Chowchilla to Santa Cruz is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz.

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 126+ hotels available in Santa Cruz.

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There are 2 ways to get from Chowchilla to Santa Cruz by bus (Amtrak) or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Madera, CA to San Jose - King Rdbus San Ysidro
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
6h 34m
$54–87
Drive 117.3 mi
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1. Drive from Chowchilla to Santa Cruzcar 117.3 mi
2h 14m
$22–31

Chowchilla to Santa Cruz by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 34mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Chowchilla, CA, USA and Santa Cruz, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from R.C. Wisener Park - 2nd & Trinity to Soquel Ave & Front via Walgreens at Cleveland Avenue, Cleveland Avenue and Sharon Avenue, Madera, CA, San Jose - King Rd, King & Virginia, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose Diridon, and Diridon Station in around 6h 34m.

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