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How to get fromSan Bruno to Santa Cruzby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from San Bruno to Santa Cruz by train, bus, or car

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  1. Caltrain, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from San Bruno Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain train Local Weekday / ...
    2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus bus 17
    2h 1m
    $18–25

  2. Drive 61.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from San Bruno to Santa Cruzcar car 61.9 mi
    1h 9m
    $12–17

  3. Bus, Caltrain

    1. Take the bus from San Bruno Ave E & 3rd Ave to Winslow St & Broadway Stbus bus Epx
    2. Take the train from Redwood City Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain train
    3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus bus 17
    2h 24m
    $18–26

San Bruno to Santa Cruz by train and bus

Calendar256Weekly Services
Duration2h 1mAverage Duration
Ticket$18Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 66.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between San Bruno, CA, USA and Santa Cruz, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from San Bruno to Santa Cruz. However, you can take the train to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, walk to Diridon Station, then take the bus to Soquel Ave & Front. Alternatively, you can take a bus from San Bruno Ave E & 3rd Ave to Soquel Ave & Front via Winslow St & Broadway St, Redwood City Caltrain Southbound, San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, and Diridon Station in around 2h 24m.

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