What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Watsonville?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Watsonville is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Watsonville?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Watsonville is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto station to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Diridon Station and arriving at W Lake Ave & Main via Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Watsonville?

The distance between Palo Alto and Watsonville is 65 miles. The road distance is 57.2 miles.

How do I travel from Palo Alto to Watsonville without a car?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Watsonville without a car is to bus and line 2 bus which takes 2h 38m and costs $17 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Watsonville?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Palo Alto to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Watsonville bus from?

Palo Alto to Watsonville bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Diridon Station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Watsonville bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Watsonville bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Soquel Ave & Front station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Watsonville is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Palo Alto to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 188+ hotels available in Watsonville.

Palo Alto to Watsonville - 2 ways to travel via bus, line 2 bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Palo Alto to Watsonville by bus (Amtrak) or car

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Bus, line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
2. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to W Lake Ave & Mainbus 2 / ...
2h 38m
$17–28
Drive 56.9 mi
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1. Drive from Palo Alto to Watsonvillecar 56.9 mi
1h 5m
$11–15

Palo Alto to Watsonville by train and bus

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 64.9 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Palo Alto, CA, USA and Watsonville, CA, USA?

You can take a train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to W Lake Ave & Main via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 2h 38m.

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