What is the cheapest way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville?

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville?

The fastest way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento Airport (SMF) and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Terminal B and arriving at W Lake Ave & Main via Sacramento, Stockton, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Sacramento Airport (SMF) and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct train from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Sacramento and arriving at Salinas via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

How far is it from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville?

The distance between Sacramento Airport (SMF) and Watsonville is 189 miles. The road distance is 164.7 miles.

How do I travel from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville without a car?

The best way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 38m and costs $50 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville?

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville bus from?

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Where do I catch the Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville train from?

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Train or bus from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville?

The best way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville is to bus and line 2 bus which takes 7h 37m and costs $55 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $140 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville bus arrive?

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stockton station.

Where does the Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville train arrive?

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 144+ hotels available in Watsonville.

Can I share a ride from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Sacramento Airport (SMF) and Watsonville. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville by plane, shuttle, train, bus, bus (Amtrak), rideshare, car, or train (Amtrak)

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Fly, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SMF - SFO
2. Take a shuttle bus from SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level to Prunedale Park & Rideshuttle
5h 11m
$486–778
Drive 163.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonvillecar 163.7 mi
3h 3m
$30–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sacramento to San Josetrain Capitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
6h 38m
$54–114
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Sacramento to Stocktonbus
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
4. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to W Lake Ave & Mainbus 2 / ...
7h 37m
$56–88
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Sacramento-SMF to Watsonvillerideshare 163.7 mi
3h 3m
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
8h 18m
$64–137

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Watsonville by bus and train

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Distance: 188.2 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

What companies run services between Sacramento Airport (SMF), USA and Watsonville, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Terminal B to W Lake Ave & Main via J St. at 4th St., Sacramento, Stockton, San Jose, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 7h 37m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 5h 18m.

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