What is the cheapest way to get from Hayward to Downtown San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Hayward to Downtown San Jose is to bus which costs $4 - $8 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Hayward to Downtown San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Hayward to Downtown San Jose is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Hayward and Downtown San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hayward Bus Station station and arriving at San Jose Diridon Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Hayward and Downtown San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hayward Station station and arriving at San Jose. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Hayward to Downtown San Jose?

The distance between Hayward and Downtown San Jose is 28 miles. The road distance is 27.7 miles.

How do I travel from Hayward to Downtown San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from Hayward to Downtown San Jose without a car is to bus which takes 35 min and costs $4 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Hayward to Downtown San Jose?

The bus from Hayward Bus Station to San Jose Diridon Station takes 35 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Hayward to Downtown San Jose bus from?

Hayward to Downtown San Jose bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Hayward Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hayward to Downtown San Jose train from?

Hayward to Downtown San Jose train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Hayward Station.

Train or bus from Hayward to Downtown San Jose?

The best way to get from Hayward to Downtown San Jose is to bus which takes 35 min and costs $4 - $8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $21 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Hayward to Downtown San Jose bus arrive?

Hayward to Downtown San Jose bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Jose Diridon Station.

Where does the Hayward to Downtown San Jose train arrive?

Hayward to Downtown San Jose train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Hayward to Downtown San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Hayward to Downtown San Jose is 28 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Hayward to Downtown San Jose.

How do I get a train ticket from Hayward to Downtown San Jose?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Hayward to Downtown San Jose?

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Where can I stay near Downtown San Jose?

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Hayward to Downtown San Jose - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, BART, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Hayward to Downtown San Jose by bus (Greyhound), subway, bus, car, taxi, or train (Amtrak)

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Hayward Bus Station to San Jose Diridon Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
35 min
$4–8
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Hayward to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S / ...
2. Take the bus from Berryessa BART to Santa Clara & 1stbus Rapid 500
54 min
$7–12
Drive 27.5 mi
1. Drive from Hayward to Downtown San Josecar 27.5 mi
31 min
$5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hayward to Downtown San Josetaxi 27.5 mi
31 min
$100–130
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Hayward Station to San Josetrain Capitol Corridor
58 min
$10–21
BART, line 66 bus
1. Take the subway from Hayward to Milpitassubway Orange-S / ...
2. Take the bus from Milpitas BART to 2nd & Paseo de San Antoniobus 66
1h 13m
$7–11

Hayward to Downtown San Jose by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 28.1 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Hayward, Alameda County, CA, USA and Downtown San Jose, CA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Hayward Bus Station to San Jose Diridon Station once daily. Tickets cost $4–8 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Hayward Station to San Jose every 4 hours. Tickets cost $10–21 and the journey takes 58 min.

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