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

The cheapest way to get from Redwood City to Watsonville is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Redwood City to Watsonville is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $11 - $17.

How far is it from Redwood City to Watsonville?

The distance between Redwood City and Watsonville is 72 miles. The road distance is 63.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Redwood City to Watsonville without a car is to Caltrain and bus and line 2 bus which takes 2h 48m and costs $18 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Redwood City to Watsonville, including transfers.

Can I drive from Redwood City to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Redwood City to Watsonville is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Redwood City to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 188+ hotels available in Watsonville.

Redwood City to Watsonville - 2 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Redwood City to Watsonville by train, bus, or car

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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 W Lake Ave & Mainbus 2 / ...
2h 48m
$18–29
Drive 63.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Redwood City to Watsonvillecar 63.1 mi
1h 11m
$12–17

Redwood City to Watsonville by train and bus

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2h 48mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.3 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

There is no direct connection from Redwood City to Watsonville. 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 W Lake Ave & Main. Alternatively, you can drive from Redwood City to Watsonville in around 1h 11m.

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