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

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar Beach is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar Beach is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $6 - $10.

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

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose station to Rio Del Mar Beach. However, there are services departing from Diridon Station and arriving at Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

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

The distance between San Jose and Rio Del Mar Beach is 40 miles. The road distance is 38.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar Beach without a car is to bus and line 2 bus which takes 1h 34m and costs $12 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar Beach, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from San Jose to Rio Del Mar Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Rio Del Mar Beach is 38 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from San Jose to Rio Del Mar Beach.

Where can I stay near Rio Del Mar Beach?

There are 150+ hotels available in Rio Del Mar Beach.

San Jose to Rio Del Mar Beach - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 2 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to Rio Del Mar Beach by bus (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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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 Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rdbus 2 / ...
1h 34m
$12–21
Drive 38 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Jose to Rio Del Mar Beachcar 38 mi
48 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Jose to Rio Del Mar Beachtaxi 38 mi
48 min
$130–160

San Jose to Rio Del Mar Beach by bus

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1h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 39.8 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Soquel Ave & Front and Front & Soquel Ave in around 1h 34m.

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