What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Capitola?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Capitola is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Capitola?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Capitola is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Capitola?

No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco to Capitola. However, there are services departing from San Francisco and arriving at 41st Ave & Clares via Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from San Francisco to Capitola?

The distance between San Francisco and Capitola is 83 miles. The road distance is 73.9 miles.

How do I travel from San Francisco to Capitola without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Capitola without a car is to bus which takes 2h 27m and costs $30 - $55.

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Capitola?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from San Francisco to Capitola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Capitola bus from?

San Francisco to Capitola bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Francisco station.

Where does the San Francisco to Capitola bus arrive?

San Francisco to Capitola bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Jose Diridon Station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Capitola?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Capitola is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from San Francisco to Capitola.

Where can I stay near Capitola?

There are 184+ hotels available in Capitola.

San Francisco to Capitola - 4 ways to travel via bus, Caltrain, car, and BART

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There are 4 ways to get from San Francisco to Capitola by bus (Flixbus, Amtrak), train, bus, car, or subway

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Francisco to San Jose Diridon Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
2h 27m
$35–53
Drive 73.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Francisco to Capitolacar 73.4 mi
1h 29m
$14–20
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
2h 45m
$22–34
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Civic Center / UN Plaza to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Green-N
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
3h 5m
$23–38

San Francisco to Capitola by bus

8Weekly Buses

2h 27mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.8 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a bus from San Francisco to 41st Ave & Clares via San Jose Diridon Station, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 2h 27m.

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