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How to get fromSanta Cruz to Nevada Cityby bus, train, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Cruz to Nevada City by bus, train, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, train via Martinez

    best
    1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus bus 17
    2. Take the train from San Jose to Martineztrain train
    3. Take the train from Martinez to Colfax Amtrak Stationtrain train
    7h 38m
    $108–199

  2. Drive 204.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Santa Cruz to Nevada Citycar car 204.8 mi
    3h 43m
    $38–54

  3. Bus, taxi

    1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus bus 17
    2. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Stockton to Marysville Amtrak Stationbus bus
    4. Take the taxi from Marysville Amtrak Station to Nevada Citytaxi taxi
    8h 30m
    $186–249

  4. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Ocean & Water to Diridon Stationbus bus 17
    2. Take the train from San Jose to Auburn Amtraktrain train
    3. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank Stbus bus 5
    8h 52m
    $54–123

Santa Cruz to Nevada City by bus and train

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration8h 52mAverage Duration
Ticket$54Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 230.7 mi
  • Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Santa Cruz, CA, USA and Nevada City, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Santa Cruz to Nevada City. However, you can take the bus to Diridon Station, walk to San Jose, take the train to Martinez, take the train to Colfax Amtrak Station, then take the taxi to Nevada City. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Diridon Station, walk to San Jose, take the bus to Stockton, take the bus to Marysville Amtrak Station, then take the taxi to Nevada City.

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