What is the cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek?

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Silicon Valley and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct train from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Walnut Creek via King St & 4th St and Embarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek?

The distance between Silicon Valley and Walnut Creek is 54 miles. The road distance is 42 miles.

How do I travel from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 1h 54m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek train from?

Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek train arrive?

Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek is 42 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek.

Where can I stay near Walnut Creek?

There are 344+ hotels available in Walnut Creek.

Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain, BART
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Walnut Creeksubway Yellow-N
1h 54m
$14–18
Drive 41.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creekcar 41.8 mi
58 min
$8–11
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5bus Ecr
2. Take the subway from San Bruno to Walnut Creeksubway Yellow-N
2h 45m
$10–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creektaxi 41.8 mi
58 min
$140–170

Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek by train, tram, and subway

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1h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 54.1 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Silicon Valley, CA, USA and Walnut Creek, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Silicon Valley to Walnut Creek. However, you can take the train to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound, walk to King St & 4th St, take the vehicle to Metro Embarcadero Station, walk to Embarcadero, then take the subway to Walnut Creek. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Walnut Creek via San Bruno BART-Bay 5 and San Bruno in around 2h 45m.

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