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How to get fromSanta Cruz to Mountain Viewby bus, train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Cruz to Mountain View by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Bus, Caltrain

    best
    1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus bus 17
    2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Mountain View Caltrain Northboundtrain train Local Weekday / ...
    1h 22m
    $14–20

  2. Drive 34.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Santa Cruz to Mountain Viewcar car 34.9 mi
    46 min
    $7–10

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Santa Cruz to Mountain Viewtaxi taxi 34.9 mi
    46 min
    $120–150

Santa Cruz to Mountain View by bus and train

Calendar326Weekly Services
Duration1h 22mAverage Duration
Ticket$14Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 41 mi
  • Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Santa Cruz, CA, USA and Mountain View, Santa Clara County, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Santa Cruz to Mountain View. However, you can take the bus to Diridon Station, walk to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound, then take the train to Mountain View Caltrain Northbound. Alternatively, you can drive from Santa Cruz to Mountain View in around 46 min.

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