What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Lake Wildwood?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Lake Wildwood is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Lake Wildwood?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Lake Wildwood is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Lake Wildwood?

No, there is no direct train from San Francisco to Lake Wildwood station. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / UN Plaza and arriving at Colfax Amtrak Station via Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from San Francisco to Lake Wildwood?

The distance between San Francisco and Lake Wildwood is 173 miles. The road distance is 143.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Francisco to Lake Wildwood without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs $110 - $180.

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Lake Wildwood?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from San Francisco to Lake Wildwood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Lake Wildwood train from?

San Francisco to Lake Wildwood train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond station.

Where does the San Francisco to Lake Wildwood train arrive?

San Francisco to Lake Wildwood train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Colfax Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Lake Wildwood?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Lake Wildwood is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from San Francisco to Lake Wildwood.

Where can I stay near Lake Wildwood?

There are 64+ hotels available in Lake Wildwood.

San Francisco to Lake Wildwood - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from San Francisco to Lake Wildwood by train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
5h 17m
$115–176
Drive 142.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Francisco to Lake Wildwoodcar 142.7 mi
2h 55m
$26–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Richmond to Auburn Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank Stbus 5
7h 40m
$37–87

San Francisco to Lake Wildwood by subway, train, and bus

7Weekly Services

7h 40mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 3h 4m.

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