What is the cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek?

The fastest way to get from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Elk Grove and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct train from Elk Grove station to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from CRC Station and arriving at Walnut Creek via Sacramento, Richmond and MacArthur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek?

The distance between Elk Grove and Walnut Creek is 118 miles. The road distance is 66.8 miles.

How do I travel from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek without a car is to tram and train and BART which takes 4h 3m and costs $50 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to Walnut Creek train from?

Elk Grove to Walnut Creek train services, operated by Sacramento Regional Transit, depart from CRC Station.

Where does the Elk Grove to Walnut Creek train arrive?

Elk Grove to Walnut Creek train services, operated by Sacramento Regional Transit, arrive at 8th & O Station.

Can I drive from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk Grove to Walnut Creek is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek.

Where can I stay near Walnut Creek?

There are 328+ hotels available in Walnut Creek.

Elk Grove to Walnut Creek - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, BART, car

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There are 3 ways to get from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek by tram, train, subway, car, or bus

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Tram, train, BART
best
1. Take the tram from CRC Station to 8th & O Stationtram
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain
3. Take the subway from Richmond to MacArthursubway
4. Take the subway from MacArthur to Walnut Creeksubway
4h 3m
$54–92
Drive 66.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elk Grove to Walnut Creekcar 66.4 mi
1h 38m
$13–18
Tram, train, bus
1. Take the tram from CRC Station to 8th & O Stationtram
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Martineztrain
3. Take the bus from Martinez Amtrak to N California Blvd and California Plazabus 98X
4h 16m
$45–72

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Distance: 117.6 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Elk Grove, CA, USA and Walnut Creek, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek. However, you can take the taxi to CRC Station, take the vehicle to 8th & O Station, walk to Sacramento, take the train to Richmond, walk to Richmond, take the subway to MacArthur, then take the subway to Walnut Creek. Alternatively, you can drive from Elk Grove to Walnut Creek in around 1h 38m.

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