What is the cheapest way to get from Gilroy to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Gilroy to San Francisco is to bus which costs $9 - $18 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gilroy to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Gilroy to San Francisco is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Gilroy and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Gilroy to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Monterey & 5th and arriving at San Francisco via San Jose Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Gilroy and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct train from Gilroy to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound and arriving at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Gilroy to San Francisco?

The distance between Gilroy and San Francisco is 77 miles. The road distance is 79.5 miles.

How do I travel from Gilroy to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Gilroy to San Francisco without a car is to Caltrain which takes 2h 21m and costs $13 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Gilroy to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Gilroy to San Francisco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gilroy to San Francisco bus from?

Gilroy to San Francisco bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Monterey & 5th station.

Where do I catch the Gilroy to San Francisco train from?

Gilroy to San Francisco train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from Gilroy to San Francisco?

The best way to get from Gilroy to San Francisco is to Caltrain which takes 2h 21m and costs $13 - $17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $18 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Gilroy to San Francisco bus arrive?

Gilroy to San Francisco bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at San Jose Diridon station.

Where does the Gilroy to San Francisco train arrive?

Gilroy to San Francisco train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Gilroy to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Gilroy to San Francisco is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Gilroy to San Francisco.

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There are 5 ways to get from Gilroy to San Francisco by train, bus, car, bus (Flixbus), or subway

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain South County
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2h 21m
$13–17
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Monterey & 5th to San Jose Diridonbus 68
2. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San Franciscobus FlixBus 2005
3h 42m
$10–18
Bus, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from Monterey & 5th to San Jose Diridonbus 68
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
3h 15m
$12–17
Drive 79 mi
1. Drive from Gilroy to San Franciscocar 79 mi
1h 24m
$15–21
Bus, line 70 bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to Monterey & Senterbus 68
2. Take the bus from Senter & Monterey to Berryessa BARTbus 70
3. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to Civic Center / UN Plazasubway
3h 43m
$12–22

Gilroy to San Francisco by train

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Distance: 76.8 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Gilroy, CA, USA and San Francisco, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Monterey & 5th to San Francisco via San Jose Diridon Station in around 3h 42m.

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