What is the cheapest way to get from Los Gatos to Elk Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Los Gatos to Elk Grove is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Gatos to Elk Grove?

The fastest way to get from Los Gatos to Elk Grove is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Los Gatos and Elk Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Gatos to Elk Grove. However, there are services departing from Los Gatos-Saratoga & University and arriving at SACA - Sacramento Central Autobuses Inc via San Jose and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Los Gatos and Elk Grove?

No, there is no direct train from Los Gatos station to Elk Grove station. However, there are services departing from Winchester Station and arriving at CRC Station via San Jose and 8th & O Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Los Gatos to Elk Grove?

The distance between Los Gatos and Elk Grove is 161 miles. The road distance is 113.7 miles.

How do I travel from Los Gatos to Elk Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Los Gatos to Elk Grove without a car is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs $65 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Los Gatos to Elk Grove?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Los Gatos to Elk Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Gatos to Elk Grove bus from?

Los Gatos to Elk Grove bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Where do I catch the Los Gatos to Elk Grove train from?

Los Gatos to Elk Grove train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train or bus from Los Gatos to Elk Grove?

The best way to get from Los Gatos to Elk Grove is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs $65 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $140 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Los Gatos to Elk Grove bus arrive?

Los Gatos to Elk Grove bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stockton station.

Where does the Los Gatos to Elk Grove train arrive?

Los Gatos to Elk Grove train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from Los Gatos to Elk Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Gatos to Elk Grove is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Los Gatos to Elk Grove.

Where can I stay near Elk Grove?

There are 257+ hotels available in Elk Grove.

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There are 3 ways to get from Los Gatos to Elk Grove by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Jose to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor / ...
6h 4m
$70–126
Drive 113 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Gatos to Elk Grovecar 113 mi
2h 8m
$21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Stockton to SACA - Sacramento Central Autobuses Incbus 1
6h 25m
$92–133

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Distance: 160.4 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Los Gatos, CA, USA and Elk Grove, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Sacramento every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Los Gatos-Saratoga & University to Elk Grove via Winchester Station, Winchester Station, Diridon Station, San Jose, Stockton, Stockton, and SACA - Sacramento Central Autobuses Inc in around 6h 25m.

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