What is the cheapest way to get from Hollister to Foster City?

The cheapest way to get from Hollister to Foster City is to bus and Caltrain which costs $12 - $19 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Hollister to Foster City?

The fastest way to get from Hollister to Foster City is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Hollister and Foster City?

No, there is no direct bus from Hollister to Foster City. However, there are services departing from 4th & San Benito and arriving at Shell & E. Hillsdale Blvd. via Gilroy Transit Center, Santa Clara & 2nd, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and Hillsdale Caltrain Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Hollister to Foster City?

The distance between Hollister and Foster City is 86 miles. The road distance is 74.9 miles.

How do I travel from Hollister to Foster City without a car?

The best way to get from Hollister to Foster City without a car is to bus and Caltrain which takes 5h and costs $12 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Hollister to Foster City?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Hollister to Foster City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hollister to Foster City bus from?

Hollister to Foster City bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Gilroy Transit Center station.

Where does the Hollister to Foster City bus arrive?

Hollister to Foster City bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at 1st & Santa Clara station.

Can I drive from Hollister to Foster City?

Yes, the driving distance between Hollister to Foster City is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Hollister to Foster City.

Where can I stay near Foster City?

There are 503+ hotels available in Foster City.

Hollister to Foster City - 4 ways to travel via bus, Caltrain, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hollister to Foster City by bus, train, or car

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Bus, Caltrain
best
1. Take the bus from 4th & San Benito to Caltrain/Greyhound Stationbus
2. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain
3. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Hillsdale Caltrain Northboundtrain
5h
$12–19
Bus, line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to 1st & Santa Clarabus 68 / ...
2. Take the bus from Santa Clara & 2nd to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22 / ...
6h 22m
$8–18
Bus, Caltrain via San Jose
1. Take the bus from 4th & San Benito to Caltrain/Greyhound Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to San Jose Diridonbus 68
3. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Hillsdale Caltrain Northboundtrain
5h 5m
$20–30
Drive 74.5 mi
1. Drive from Hollister to Foster Citycar 74.5 mi
1h 21m
$14–20

Hollister to Foster City by bus and train

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Distance: 85.4 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a bus from 4th & San Benito to Shell & E. Hillsdale Blvd. via Gilroy Transit Center, 1st & Santa Clara, Santa Clara & 2nd, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, El Camino Real & 28th Ave, and Hillsdale Caltrain Station in around 6h 22m.

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