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How to get fromSan Jose to Montaraby train, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to Montara by train, taxi, or car

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  1. Caltrain, taxi

    best
    1. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain train Local Weekday / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Millbrae Caltrain Northbound to Montarataxi taxi
    1h 18m
    $68–89

  2. Drive  45.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from San Jose to Montaracar car 45.3 mi
    57 min
    $9–12

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from San Jose to Montarataxi taxi 45.3 mi
    57 min
    $160–200

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  • Distance: 48.3 mi
  • Duration: 1h 18m

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

There is no direct connection from San Jose to Montara. However, you can take the train to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound then take the taxi to Montara. Alternatively, you can drive from San Jose to Montara in around 57 min.

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