What is the cheapest way to get from El Cerrito to Nevada City?

The cheapest way to get from El Cerrito to Nevada City is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Cerrito to Nevada City?

The fastest way to get from El Cerrito to Nevada City is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct train between El Cerrito and Nevada City?

No, there is no direct train from El Cerrito to Nevada City station. However, there are services departing from El Cerrito Del Norte and arriving at Colfax Amtrak Station via Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from El Cerrito to Nevada City?

The distance between El Cerrito and Nevada City is 147 miles. The road distance is 132.3 miles.

How do I travel from El Cerrito to Nevada City without a car?

The best way to get from El Cerrito to Nevada City without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs $80 - $150.

How long does it take to get from El Cerrito to Nevada City?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from El Cerrito to Nevada City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Cerrito to Nevada City train from?

El Cerrito to Nevada City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond station.

Where does the El Cerrito to Nevada City train arrive?

El Cerrito to Nevada City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Colfax Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from El Cerrito to Nevada City?

Yes, the driving distance between El Cerrito to Nevada City is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from El Cerrito to Nevada City.

Where can I stay near Nevada City?

There are 76+ hotels available in Nevada City.

El Cerrito to Nevada City - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from El Cerrito to Nevada City by train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
4h 29m
$82–148
Drive 131.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Cerrito to Nevada Citycar 131.5 mi
2h 22m
$24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Richmond to Auburn Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank Stbus 5
6h 32m
$34–84

El Cerrito to Nevada City by subway, train, and bus

7Weekly Services

6h 32mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.2 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between El Cerrito, CA, USA and Nevada City, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 3h 4m.

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