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How to get fromSanta Cruz to Central Valleyby bus, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Cruz to Central Valley by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus bus 17
    2. Take the train from San Jose Station Diridon to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Stationtrain train Ace
    4h 25m
    $54–72

  2. Drive 107.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Santa Cruz to Central Valleycar car 107.4 mi
    2h 15m
    $20–29

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus bus 17
    2. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus bus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
    4h 48m
    $66–94

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 125.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Santa Cruz, CA, USA and Central Valley, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Front to Central Valley via Diridon Station, San Jose, and Stockton in around 4h 48m.

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