What is the cheapest way to get from Orinda to Nevada City?

The cheapest way to get from Orinda to Nevada City is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Orinda to Nevada City?

The fastest way to get from Orinda to Nevada City is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Orinda and Nevada City?

No, there is no direct train from Orinda to Nevada City station. However, there are services departing from Orinda and arriving at Colfax Amtrak Station via MacArthur and Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Orinda to Nevada City?

The distance between Orinda and Nevada City is 161 miles. The road distance is 138.1 miles.

How do I travel from Orinda to Nevada City without a car?

The best way to get from Orinda to Nevada City without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs $85 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Orinda to Nevada City?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Orinda to Nevada City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Orinda to Nevada City train from?

Orinda to Nevada City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond station.

Where does the Orinda to Nevada City train arrive?

Orinda to Nevada City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Colfax Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Orinda to Nevada City?

Yes, the driving distance between Orinda to Nevada City is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Orinda to Nevada City.

Where can I stay near Nevada City?

There are 91+ hotels available in Nevada City.

Orinda to Nevada City - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Orinda to Nevada City by train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
4h 59m
$89–150
Drive 137.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Orinda to Nevada Citycar 137.3 mi
2h 27m
$26–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Emeryville to Auburn Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank Stbus 5
7h 5m
$40–89

Orinda to Nevada City by subway, bus, and train

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7h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.2 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Orinda, CA, USA and Nevada City, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 3h 4m.

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