What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville?

The fastest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose Airport (SJC) and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from SJC Airport Terminal A and arriving at W Lake Ave & Main via Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville?

The distance between San Jose Airport (SJC) and Watsonville is 57 miles. The road distance is 47.9 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville without a car is to bus and line 2 bus which takes 2h 47m and costs $17 - $30.

How long does it take to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville?

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville bus from?

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Diridon Station.

Where does the San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville bus arrive?

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Soquel Ave & Front station.

Can I drive from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville is 48 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 144+ hotels available in Watsonville.

Can I share a ride from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville?

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

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville - 5 ways to travel via bus

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There are 5 ways to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville by bus (Amtrak), rideshare, car, taxi, or shuttle

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Bus, line 2 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
2. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to W Lake Ave & Mainbus 2 / ...
2h 47m
$18–30
Drive 47.6 mi
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1. Drive from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonvillecar 47.6 mi
56 min
$9–13
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from San Jose-SJC to Watsonvillerideshare 47.6 mi
56 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonvilletaxi 47.6 mi
56 min
$160–200
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from San Jose Airport to Watsonvilleshuttle
1h 2m
$160–220

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Watsonville by bus and train

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2h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 56.7 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between San Jose Airport (SJC), USA and Watsonville, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from SJC Airport Terminal A to W Lake Ave & Main via Santa Clara Transit Center, Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound, San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 2h 47m.

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