What is the cheapest way to get from Petaluma to Walnut Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Petaluma to Walnut Creek is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Petaluma to Walnut Creek?

The fastest way to get from Petaluma to Walnut Creek is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Petaluma and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct bus from Petaluma to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from Petaluma and arriving at N California Blvd and California Plaza via Martinez Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Petaluma to Walnut Creek?

The distance between Petaluma and Walnut Creek is 64 miles. The road distance is 46.8 miles.

How do I travel from Petaluma to Walnut Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Petaluma to Walnut Creek without a car is to train and line 101 bus and BART which takes 2h 26m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Petaluma to Walnut Creek?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Petaluma to Walnut Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Petaluma to Walnut Creek bus from?

Petaluma to Walnut Creek bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Petaluma station.

Where does the Petaluma to Walnut Creek bus arrive?

Petaluma to Walnut Creek bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Martinez station.

Can I drive from Petaluma to Walnut Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Petaluma to Walnut Creek is 47 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Petaluma to Walnut Creek.

Where can I stay near Walnut Creek?

There are 344+ hotels available in Walnut Creek.

Petaluma to Walnut Creek - 6 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, and BART

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There are 6 ways to get from Petaluma to Walnut Creek by train, bus, subway, bus (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Train, line 101 bus, BART
best
1. Take the train from SMART Petaluma Downtown to SMART San Rafaeltrain
2. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 2nd Stbus 101
3. Take the subway from Montgomery Street to Walnut Creeksubway
2h 26m
Drive 46.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Petaluma to Walnut Creekcar 46.5 mi
57 min
$9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to Martinezbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Martinez Amtrak to N California Blvd and California Plazabus 98X
2h 48m
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Petaluma to Walnut Creektaxi 46.5 mi
57 min
$150–190
Train, line 580 bus
1. Take the train from SMART Petaluma Downtown to SMART San Rafaeltrain Smart
2. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to El Cerrito del Norte BART Stationbus 580
2h 30m
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to San Francisco Airportbus San Francisco Airport
2. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Walnut Creeksubway Yellow-N
2h 56m
$37–71

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Distance: 63.3 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Petaluma, CA, USA and Walnut Creek, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Petaluma to N California Blvd and California Plaza via Martinez and Martinez Amtrak in around 2h 48m.

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