What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Grass Valley?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Grass Valley is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Grass Valley?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Grass Valley is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $30 - $45.

How far is it from San Jose to Grass Valley?

The distance between San Jose and Grass Valley is 196 miles. The road distance is 172 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose to Grass Valley without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose to Grass Valley without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 10m and costs $55 - $120.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Grass Valley?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from San Jose to Grass Valley, including transfers.

Can I drive from San Jose to Grass Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Grass Valley is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from San Jose to Grass Valley.

Where can I stay near Grass Valley?

There are 91+ hotels available in Grass Valley.

San Jose to Grass Valley - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from San Jose to Grass Valley by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from San Jose to Auburn Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank Stbus 5
6h 10m
$56–113
Drive 171 mi
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1. Drive from San Jose to Grass Valleycar 171 mi
3h 5m
$32–46

San Jose to Grass Valley by train and bus

7Weekly Services

6h 10mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 194.8 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and Grass Valley, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from San Jose to Grass Valley. However, you can take the train to Auburn Amtrak, walk to Nevada St at Amtrak Station, then take the bus to Tinloy St at Bank St. Alternatively, you can drive from San Jose to Grass Valley in around 3h 5m.

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