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How to get fromFoster City to Santa Cruzby train, bus, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Foster City to Santa Cruz by train, bus, or car

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  1. Caltrain, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Hillsdale Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain train Local Weekday / ...
    2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus bus 17
    2h 17m
    $19–26

  2. Drive 53.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Foster City to Santa Cruzcar car 53.7 mi
    1h 1m
    $10–15

Foster City to Santa Cruz by bus and train

Calendar154Weekly Services
Duration2h 17mAverage Duration
Ticket$19Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 60.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 17m

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

There is no direct connection from Foster City to Santa Cruz. However, you can take the bus to 28th Ave & Hillsdale Station, walk to Hillsdale Caltrain Southbound, take the train to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, walk to Diridon Station, then take the bus to Soquel Ave & Front. Alternatively, you can drive from Foster City to Santa Cruz in around 1h 1m.

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