What is the cheapest way to get from Pacific Grove to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Pacific Grove to San Jose is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pacific Grove to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Pacific Grove to San Jose is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Pacific Grove and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from Pacific Grove to San Jose. However, there are services departing from Lighthouse / 12th and arriving at San Jose via Tyler / Franklin and Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Pacific Grove to San Jose?

The distance between Pacific Grove and San Jose is 82 miles. The road distance is 72.9 miles.

How do I travel from Pacific Grove to San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from Pacific Grove to San Jose without a car is to line 20 bus and bus which takes 3h 35m and costs $24 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Pacific Grove to San Jose?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Pacific Grove to San Jose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pacific Grove to San Jose bus from?

Pacific Grove to San Jose bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Tyler / Franklin station.

Where does the Pacific Grove to San Jose bus arrive?

Pacific Grove to San Jose bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 station.

Can I drive from Pacific Grove to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Pacific Grove to San Jose is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Pacific Grove to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 423+ hotels available in San Jose.

Pacific Grove to San Jose - 4 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Pacific Grove to San Jose by bus (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or shuttle

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Line 20 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7bus 20
2. Take the bus from Salinas to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 35m
$24–36
Drive 72.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pacific Grove to San Josecar 72.5 mi
1h 23m
$14–20
Line 20 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7bus 20
2. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
4h 3m
$26–52
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey Shuttle Station to SJC Airport Terminal Bshuttle Monterey Airbus
2h 43m
$47–63

Pacific Grove to San Jose by bus

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3h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 81.5 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Pacific Grove, CA, USA and San Jose, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Lighthouse / 12th to San Jose via Calle Principal / Parking Garage, Tyler / Franklin, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, and Salinas in around 3h 35m.

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