What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Clara to Capitola?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Clara to Capitola is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Clara to Capitola?

The fastest way to get from Santa Clara to Capitola is to drive which takes 46 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Clara and Capitola?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Clara station to Capitola. However, there are services departing from Diridon Station and arriving at Capitola Mall - Lane 2 via Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Santa Clara to Capitola?

The distance between Santa Clara and Capitola is 37 miles. The road distance is 32.3 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Clara to Capitola without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Clara to Capitola without a car is to bus and line 2 bus which takes 1h 33m and costs $15 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Santa Clara to Capitola?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Santa Clara to Capitola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Clara to Capitola bus from?

Santa Clara to Capitola bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Diridon Station.

Where does the Santa Clara to Capitola bus arrive?

Santa Clara to Capitola bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Soquel Ave & Front station.

Can I drive from Santa Clara to Capitola?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Clara to Capitola is 32 miles. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Santa Clara to Capitola.

Where can I stay near Capitola?

There are 186+ hotels available in Capitola.

Santa Clara to Capitola - 3 ways to travel via bus, line 2 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Clara to Capitola 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 Capitola Mall - Lane 2bus 2 / ...
1h 33m
$16–28
Drive 32.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Clara to Capitolacar 32.1 mi
46 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Clara to Capitolataxi 32.1 mi
46 min
$110–140

Santa Clara to Capitola by train and bus

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1h 33mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 37.2 mi
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Santa Clara, CA, USA and Capitola, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound to Capitola Mall - Lane 2 via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 1h 33m.

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