What is the cheapest way to get from Redwood City to Capitola?

The cheapest way to get from Redwood City to Capitola is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Redwood City to Capitola?

The fastest way to get from Redwood City to Capitola is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs $8 - $13.

How far is it from Redwood City to Capitola?

The distance between Redwood City and Capitola is 57 miles. The road distance is 49.2 miles.

How do I travel from Redwood City to Capitola without a car?

The best way to get from Redwood City to Capitola without a car is to Caltrain and bus and line 2 bus which takes 2h 13m and costs $15 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Redwood City to Capitola?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Redwood City to Capitola, including transfers.

Can I drive from Redwood City to Capitola?

Yes, the driving distance between Redwood City to Capitola is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Redwood City to Capitola.

Where can I stay near Capitola?

There are 177+ hotels available in Capitola.

Redwood City to Capitola - 3 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, and line 2 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Redwood City to Capitola by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain, bus, line 2 bus
best
1. Take the train from Redwood City Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
3. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to Capitola Mall - Lane 2bus 2 / ...
2h 13m
$15–25
Drive 48.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Redwood City to Capitolacar 48.9 mi
1h 3m
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Redwood City to Capitolataxi 48.9 mi
1h 3m
$160–200

Redwood City to Capitola by train and bus

220Weekly Services

2h 13mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 56.2 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Redwood City, CA, USA and Capitola, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Redwood City to Capitola. However, you can take the train to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, walk to Diridon Station, take the bus to Soquel Ave & Front, walk to Front & Soquel Ave, then take the line 2 bus to Capitola Mall - Lane 2. Alternatively, you can drive from Redwood City to Capitola in around 1h 3m.

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