What is the cheapest way to get from Palmdale to Vacaville?

The cheapest way to get from Palmdale to Vacaville is to bus which costs $65 - $130 and takes 15h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palmdale to Vacaville?

The fastest way to get from Palmdale to Vacaville is to train and fly which takes 5h 6m and costs $130 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Palmdale and Vacaville?

No, there is no direct bus from Palmdale to Vacaville. However, there are services departing from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. and arriving at Vacaville Transportation Center via Bakersfield Train Station, Sacramento Bus Station, Suisun City Train Depot and Fairfield Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Palmdale and Vacaville?

No, there is no direct train from Palmdale station to Vacaville. However, there are services departing from Palmdale Station and arriving at Suisun-Fairfield via Los Angeles and Martinez. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 52m.

How far is it from Palmdale to Vacaville?

The distance between Palmdale and Vacaville is 442 miles. The road distance is 379.5 miles.

How do I travel from Palmdale to Vacaville without a car?

The best way to get from Palmdale to Vacaville without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 40m and costs $80 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Palmdale to Vacaville?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Palmdale to Vacaville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palmdale to Vacaville bus from?

Palmdale to Vacaville bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. station.

Where do I catch the Palmdale to Vacaville train from?

Palmdale to Vacaville train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Palmdale Station.

Train or bus from Palmdale to Vacaville?

The best way to get from Palmdale to Vacaville is to train which takes 16h 52m and costs $210 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $130 and takes 15h 32m.

Where does the Palmdale to Vacaville bus arrive?

Palmdale to Vacaville bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Where does the Palmdale to Vacaville train arrive?

Palmdale to Vacaville train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at L.A. Union Station.

Can I drive from Palmdale to Vacaville?

Yes, the driving distance between Palmdale to Vacaville is 380 miles. It takes approximately 6h 45m to drive from Palmdale to Vacaville.

Where can I stay near Vacaville?

There are 52+ hotels available in Vacaville.

Palmdale to Vacaville - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and BART

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There are 7 ways to get from Palmdale to Vacaville by train, plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, subway, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Train, fly to Napa County Airport
best
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Napa County Airport (APC)plane BUR - APC
5h 6m
$136–431
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield Train Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Suisun City Bus Stopbus
15h 32m
$67–129
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to Glendaletrain
2. Take the bus from Glendale Bus Stop to Oaklandbus
3. Take the bus from North Concord Station to Vacaville Transportation Centerbus 40
12h 40m
$80–146
Train
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to L.A. Union Stationtrain AV Line
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Martineztrain Coast Starlight
16h 52m
$211–402
Drive 377.3 mi
1. Drive from Palmdale to Vacavillecar 377.3 mi
6h 45m
$69–100
Train, fly to Oakland International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane BUR - OAK
3. Take the bus from North Concord Station to Vacaville Transportation Centerbus
7h 46m
$323–683
Train, fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, BART, bus
1. Take the train from Palmdale Station to Burbank - Downtowntrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane BUR - SJC
3. Take the subway from Milpitas to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway
4. Take the bus from North Concord Station to Vacaville Transportation Centerbus
8h 49m
$519–789

Palmdale to Vacaville by train, bus, and subway

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Distance: 439 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Palmdale, CA, USA and Vacaville, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Palmdale Station to Vacaville via L.A. Union Station, Los Angeles, Martinez, and Suisun-Fairfield in around 16h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Palmdale Station to Vacaville Transportation Center via Lancaster, MetroLink/Sierra Hwy., Bakersfield Amtrak, Bakersfield Train Station, Sacramento Bus Station, Suisun City Train Depot, Fairfield Transportation Ctr, and Fairfield Transportation Center in around 15h 32m.

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