What is the cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to Watsonville?

The cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to Watsonville is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk Grove to Watsonville?

The fastest way to get from Elk Grove to Watsonville is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Elk Grove and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from Elk Grove to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Sacramento, CA and arriving at W Lake Ave & Main via King & Tully, Santa Clara & 1st, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Elk Grove and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct train from Elk Grove station to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from CRC Station and arriving at Salinas via Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Elk Grove to Watsonville?

The distance between Elk Grove and Watsonville is 242 miles. The road distance is 148.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elk Grove to Watsonville without a car is to bus which takes 6h 59m and costs $90 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Elk Grove to Watsonville?

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Elk Grove to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to Watsonville bus from?

Elk Grove to Watsonville bus services, operated by Xe Do Hoang Transportation, depart from Sacramento, CA station.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to Watsonville train from?

Elk Grove to Watsonville train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Train or bus from Elk Grove to Watsonville?

The best way to get from Elk Grove to Watsonville is to bus which takes 6h 59m and costs $90 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $170 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Elk Grove to Watsonville bus arrive?

Elk Grove to Watsonville bus services, operated by Xe Do Hoang Transportation, arrive at San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich station.

Where does the Elk Grove to Watsonville train arrive?

Elk Grove to Watsonville train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Elk Grove to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk Grove to Watsonville is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Elk Grove to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 179+ hotels available in Watsonville.

Elk Grove to Watsonville - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Elk Grove to Watsonville by bus (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sacramento, CA to San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwichbus Sacramento
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
6h 59m
$92–117
Drive 147.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elk Grove to Watsonvillecar 147.5 mi
2h 54m
$27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sacramento to San Josetrain Capitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
7h 31m
$78–139
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
8h 55m
$85–163

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Distance: 241 mi
Duration: 6h 59m

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

You can take a vehicle from Elk Grove to W Lake Ave & Main via Sacramento, CA, San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, King & Tully, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose Diridon, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 6h 59m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 5h 18m.

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