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

The cheapest way to get from Redwood City to Fresno is to Caltrain and bus which costs $24 - $40 and takes 5h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Redwood City to Fresno is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Redwood City and Fresno?

No, there is no direct bus from Redwood City to Fresno. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & Brewster Ave and arriving at Fresno, CA via Palo Alto Transit Center and San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Redwood City to Fresno?

The distance between Redwood City and Fresno is 171 miles. The road distance is 172.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Redwood City to Fresno without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 5h 44m and costs $24 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Redwood City to Fresno, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Redwood City to Fresno bus from?

Redwood City to Fresno bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Palo Alto Transit Center station.

Where does the Redwood City to Fresno bus arrive?

Redwood City to Fresno bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at King & Virginia station.

Can I drive from Redwood City to Fresno?

Yes, the driving distance between Redwood City to Fresno is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Redwood City to Fresno.

Where can I stay near Fresno?

There are 146+ hotels available in Fresno.

Redwood City to Fresno - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Redwood City to Fresno by train, bus, car, or plane

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Caltrain, bus
best
1. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound to Gilroy Caltrain Southboundtrain South County
2. Take the bus from Gilroy to Fresno, CAbus San Jose
5h 44m
$24–39
Line 22 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Center to King & Virginiabus 22
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to Fresno, CAbus San Jose
6h 13m
$21–37
Drive 171.9 mi
1. Drive from Redwood City to Fresnocar 171.9 mi
3h 5m
$31–44
Caltrain, fly
1. Take the train from Redwood City Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)plane SFO - FAT
3h 46m
$334–618

Redwood City to Fresno by train, foot, and bus

20Weekly Services

5h 44mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.6 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a bus from El Camino Real & Brewster Ave to Fresno, CA via Palo Alto Transit Center, King & Virginia, and San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant in around 6h 13m.

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