What is the cheapest way to get from Prunedale to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Prunedale to San Jose is to line 59 bus and bus which costs $4 - $9 and takes 2h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prunedale to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Prunedale to San Jose is to drive which takes 59 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Prunedale and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from Prunedale to San Jose. However, there are services departing from Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride and arriving at 1st & Santa Clara via Gilroy Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Prunedale and San Jose?

No, there is no direct train from Prunedale to San Jose. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at San Jose via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Prunedale to San Jose?

The distance between Prunedale and San Jose is 52 miles. The road distance is 52.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prunedale to San Jose without a car is to line 59 bus and bus which takes 2h 12m and costs $4 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Prunedale to San Jose?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Prunedale to San Jose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prunedale to San Jose bus from?

Prunedale to San Jose bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Prunedale to San Jose train from?

Prunedale to San Jose train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Prunedale to San Jose?

The best way to get from Prunedale to San Jose is to line 59 bus and bus which takes 2h 12m and costs $4 - $9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $24 - $50 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Prunedale to San Jose bus arrive?

Prunedale to San Jose bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Monterey / Gilroy Train Station.

Where does the Prunedale to San Jose train arrive?

Prunedale to San Jose train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Prunedale to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Prunedale to San Jose is 52 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Prunedale to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 442+ hotels available in San Jose.

Prunedale to San Jose - 5 ways to travel via train, line 59 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Prunedale to San Jose by bus, train, car, shuttle, or train (Amtrak)

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Line 59 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
2. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to 1st & Santa Clarabus 68 / ...
2h 12m
$5–8
Line 59 bus, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
2. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain South County
2h 15m
$10–12
Drive 51.9 mi
1. Drive from Prunedale to San Josecar 51.9 mi
59 min
$10–14
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Prunedale Park & Ride to SJC Airport Terminal Bshuttle Monterey Airbus
1h 5m
$40–50
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
2h 53m
$24–48

Prunedale to San Jose by bus

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Distance: 51.3 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride to 1st & Santa Clara via Monterey / Gilroy Train Station and Gilroy Transit Center in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $22–45 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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