What is the cheapest way to get from Richmond to Placerville?

The cheapest way to get from Richmond to Placerville is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Richmond to Placerville?

The fastest way to get from Richmond to Placerville is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $20 - $30.

How far is it from Richmond to Placerville?

The distance between Richmond and Placerville is 123 miles. The road distance is 113.2 miles.

How do I travel from Richmond to Placerville without a car?

The best way to get from Richmond to Placerville without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 39m and costs $25 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Richmond to Placerville?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Richmond to Placerville, including transfers.

Can I drive from Richmond to Placerville?

Yes, the driving distance between Richmond to Placerville is 113 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Richmond to Placerville.

Where can I stay near Placerville?

There are 52+ hotels available in Placerville.

Richmond to Placerville - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

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There are 3 ways to get from Richmond to Placerville by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Richmond to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to Placerville Station Transfer Centerbus Sac/SLT Connecting Bus
3h 39m
$26–56
Drive 112.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Richmond to Placervillecar 112.6 mi
1h 58m
$21–30
Train, tram, bus
1. Take the train from Richmond to Sacramentotrain
2. Take the tram from Sacramento Valley Station to Iron Point Stationtram
3. Take the bus from Iron Point station to Placerville Station Transfer Centerbus 50x / ...
5h 13m
$29–59

Richmond to Placerville by train and bus

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3h 39mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.8 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Richmond, CA, USA and Placerville, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Richmond to Placerville. However, you can take the train to Sacramento, walk to Sacramento - Amtrak, then take the bus to Placerville Station Transfer Center. Alternatively, you can drive from Richmond to Placerville in around 1h 58m.

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