What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Rio Del Mar?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose station to Rio Del Mar. However, there are services departing from Diridon Station and arriving at Soquel Dr & State Park Dr via River St S. & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from San Jose to Rio Del Mar?

The distance between San Jose and Rio Del Mar is 38 miles. The road distance is 37.6 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose to Rio Del Mar without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar without a car is to bus and line 1 bus which takes 1h 23m and costs $12 - $22.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Rio Del Mar bus from?

San Jose to Rio Del Mar bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Diridon Station.

Where does the San Jose to Rio Del Mar bus arrive?

San Jose to Rio Del Mar bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Soquel Ave & Front station.

Can I drive from San Jose to Rio Del Mar?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Rio Del Mar is 38 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from San Jose to Rio Del Mar.

Where can I stay near Rio Del Mar?

There are 193+ hotels available in Rio Del Mar.

San Jose to Rio Del Mar - 4 ways to travel via bus, line 1 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar by bus (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Bus, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
2. Take the bus from River St S. & Soquel Ave to Soquel Dr & State Park Drbus 1
1h 23m
$12–21
Drive 37.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Jose to Rio Del Marcar 37.4 mi
46 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Jose to Rio Del Martaxi 37.4 mi
46 min
$120–160
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
2. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rdbus 2 / ...
1h 34m
$12–21

San Jose to Rio Del Mar by bus

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Distance: 37.8 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and Rio Del Mar, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Dr & State Park Dr via Soquel Ave & Front and River St S. & Soquel Ave in around 1h 23m.

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