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There are 2 ways to get from San Carlos to Capitola by train, bus, or car

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  1. Caltrain, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from San Carlos 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 6m
    $18–30

  2. Drive 50.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from San Carlos to Capitolacar car 50.7 mi
    1h 4m
    $10–14

San Carlos to Capitola by train and bus

Calendar256Weekly Services
Duration2h 6mAverage Duration
Ticket$18Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 58.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between San Carlos, CA, USA and Capitola, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from San Carlos to Capitola. 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 Capitola Mall - Lane 2. Alternatively, you can drive from San Carlos to Capitola in around 1h 4m.

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