What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Watsonville?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Watsonville is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Watsonville?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Watsonville is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose station to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Diridon Station and arriving at W Lake Ave & Main via Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from San Jose to Watsonville?

The distance between San Jose and Watsonville is 50 miles. The road distance is 43.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Jose to Watsonville without a car is to bus and line 2 bus which takes 1h 59m and costs $12 - $22.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Watsonville?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from San Jose to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Watsonville bus from?

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

Where does the San Jose to Watsonville bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Jose to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Watsonville is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from San Jose to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 180+ hotels available in Watsonville.

San Jose to Watsonville - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 2 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to Watsonville 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 W Lake Ave & Mainbus 2 / ...
1h 59m
$12–22
Drive 43.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Jose to Watsonvillecar 43.6 mi
1h 1m
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Jose to Watsonvilletaxi 43.6 mi
1h 1m
$140–180

San Jose to Watsonville by bus

355Weekly Buses

1h 59mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.6 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Diridon Station to W Lake Ave & Main via Soquel Ave & Front and Front & Soquel Ave in around 1h 59m.

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