What is the cheapest way to get from Folsom to Watsonville?

The cheapest way to get from Folsom to Watsonville is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Folsom to Watsonville?

The fastest way to get from Folsom to Watsonville is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Folsom and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from Folsom to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Hazel Ave & Pershing Ave and arriving at W Lake Ave & Main via Sacramento, Stockton, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Folsom and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct train from Folsom station to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Historic Folsom Station and arriving at Salinas via Sacramento. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

How far is it from Folsom to Watsonville?

The distance between Folsom and Watsonville is 207 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

How do I travel from Folsom to Watsonville without a car?

The best way to get from Folsom to Watsonville without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 24m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Folsom to Watsonville?

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Folsom to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folsom to Watsonville bus from?

Folsom to Watsonville bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Where do I catch the Folsom to Watsonville train from?

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

Train or bus from Folsom to Watsonville?

The best way to get from Folsom to Watsonville is to bus which takes 8h 13m and costs $55 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $140 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Folsom to Watsonville bus arrive?

Folsom to Watsonville bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stockton station.

Where does the Folsom to Watsonville train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folsom to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Folsom to Watsonville is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Folsom to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 147+ hotels available in Watsonville.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Sacramento to San Josetrain Capitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
7h 24m
$54–114
Drive 171.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folsom to Watsonvillecar 171.2 mi
3h 21m
$32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sacramento to Stocktonbus
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
8h 13m
$58–90
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
9h 4m
$70–136

Folsom to Watsonville by tram, train, and bus

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7h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.8 mi
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Folsom, CA, USA and Watsonville, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Hazel Ave & Pershing Ave to W Lake Ave & Main via 8Th St & K St, Sacramento, Stockton, San Jose, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 8h 13m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $65–130 and the journey takes 5h 18m.

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